Needlepoint Threads

IN HOUSE NOW... GLORIANA SILK THREADS. LOOK AT THE DAZZLING VINEYARD SILKS and PEARSALLS SILK WE HAVE JUST ADDED, FULL LINE! Alex-Paras NeedleArts carries most of the threads & fibers listed full-line unless otherwise noted. We carry a full-line of Rainbow Gallery Threads. We also have Paternayan wool, Anchor cotton floss, Needlepoint Inc. silk thread, Kreinik Metallic thread, and many other needlework threads.

The threads used for embroidery stitching, or needlepoint, may be wool, silk, cotton or blends, like a wool and silk blend. You can also choose from variety fibers, such as metallic cord, metallic braid, ribbon, and raffia for your needlepoint. Common stitching is plain and covers just one thread intersection with a single orientation. Fancy stitching includes Bargello or others.

Bargello is upright flat stitching done using wool thread. This stitch is very durable, usually done in wool on canvas, and is therefore well-suited for upholstery, pillows and rugs. The stitch itself usually goes over two or more threads.

Plain stitches are called tent stitches, and they can be basketweave, continental and half cross among others. Basketweave uses the most wool thread, but does not distort the mesh and makes for a great piece to wear. Five popular thread brands are Kreinik metallic thread, Rainbow Gallery Threads (featuring Splendor Silk), Needlepoint Inc. silk thread, Anchor cotton floss, and Paternayan wool.

If what you are looking for isn't on-line YET... just email us and we'll call to take your order. If there's no COLOR SELECTION KEY for a particular thread you are trying to find, please call us at (860) 633-8503, or email us at sales@alexparas.com with your request.