{"product_id":"dmc-embroidery-cotton-floss-garnet-6-strand-12-skeins-8-7-yd-smooth-mercerized-thread","title":"DMC Embroidery Cotton Floss Garnet — 6-Strand, 12 Skeins (8 m) Smooth Mercerised Thread","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDMC Garnet 6-strand embroidery cotton is a double-mercerised, long-staple thread sold as twelve 8.7 yd (8 m) skeins ideal for detailed needlework and colour-rich stitching.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBring deep garnet tones to cross-stitch, embroidery, needlepoint, and craft projects with this premium cotton floss. Each skein contains six plied strands that separate easily so you can customize thickness and texture. The fibres are mercerised for a smooth, lustrous finish and designed to hold colour vibrancy after repeated stitching. This set is imported and packaged to keep skeins tidy and ready for your next project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this floss perform on detailed embroidery work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe six plies give you flexible control: use one or more strands depending on the level of detail you need. The long-staple cotton and mercerization provide a silky surface that slides through fabric with less friction, reducing fraying and split ends during stitching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSix-strand construction separates cleanly for variable thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmooth, low-friction finish for precise stitches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsistent twist prevents uneven tension in fine work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the colour stay true after washing or repeated handling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese threads are treated to maintain their shade and sheen through normal wear and gentle washing. While all dyed fibres can shift under extreme conditions, DMC’s mercerised cotton is formulated to resist fading and keep the garnet tone vivid in finished pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColourfast mercerised finish reduces fading\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStays vibrant with careful hand-washing or gentle machine cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReliable shade consistency across skeins in the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many yards do I get and how is the floss packaged?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach box contains twelve skeins, and every skein measures approximately 8.7 yards (8 meters), giving you a generous total of thread for medium-to-large projects. The skeins are wound to prevent tangling and boxed for neat storage so you can pull one skein at a time without disturbing the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwelve skeins per box for project-ready quantities\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8.7 yd (8 m) per skein for consistent usage planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact boxed packaging keeps skeins tidy and travel-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I use and care for this cotton floss?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparate the strands to match your pattern’s required thickness, and thread the number of plies that suit your stitch style. After finishing, gently wash embroidered items as recommended for cotton textiles and dry flat to preserve shape and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSplit strands as needed for cross-stitch, surface embroidery, or needlepoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand wash or use gentle machine cycles with mild detergent\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReshape and dry flat to maintain stitch clarity and colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Ideal for hobbyists and professional stitchers who need dependable, richly coloured thread for detailed work. If you value smooth handling, consistent dye lots, and the option to vary thread thickness by splitting plies, this garnet DMC pack is suited for cross-stitch charts, embroidery samplers, decorative sewing, and craft projects that demand long-lasting colour and neat stitch definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I split these threads for finer stitches?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — the floss has six plies that separate cleanly so you can use 1–6 strands for desired thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this floss colourfast after washing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The mercerised cotton is formulated for colour retention under gentle washing; avoid harsh chemicals and high-heat drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"DMC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55256664801617,"sku":"B005X4XD9S","price":37.51,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/dmc-garnet-front-packaging.jpg?v=1791715260","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/dmc-embroidery-cotton-floss-garnet-6-strand-12-skeins-8-7-yd-smooth-mercerized-thread","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}