Quilting & Sewing Thread

Fat Quarter Shop is proud to offer a wide selection of the best quilting threads online. Our featured quilting thread brand is Aurifil Thread, the most popular cotton thread in the industry. We offer a wide selection of sewing thread, quilting notions, cross stitch supplies, and precut fabrics for quilt projects. Browse our selection of sewing threads today.

Fat Quarter Shop also carries a large selection of Cross Stitch Floss.

Featured Sewing Thread Brands

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  1. 50wt Scarlet Polyester Sew-All Thread Spool | Gutermann Thread #729949-410
    50wt Scarlet Polyester Sew-All Thread Spool
    Gutermann Thread #729949-410
    1,094 yards of 50wt Gutermann 100% polyester thread
    Price: $8.24 Sale: $8.24 each
    $8.24 each
  2. 50wt Navy Polyester Sew-All Thread Spool | Gutermann Thread #729949-272
    50wt Navy Polyester Sew-All Thread Spool
    Gutermann Thread #729949-272
    1,094 yards of 50wt Gutermann 100% polyester thread
    Price: $8.24 Sale: $8.24 each
    $8.24 each
  3. 50wt Mist Grey Polyester Sew-All Thred Spool | Gutermann Thread #729949-102
    50wt Mist Grey Polyester Sew-All Thread Spool
    Gutermann Thread #729949-102
    1,094 yards of 50wt Gutermann 100% polyester thread
    Price: $8.24 Sale: $8.24 each
    $8.24 each
  4. 50wt Eggshell Polyester Sew-All Thread Spool | Gutermann Thread #729949-22
    50wt Eggshell Polyester Sew-All Thread Spool
    Gutermann Thread #729949-22
    1,094 yards of 50wt Gutermann 100% polyester thread
    Price: $8.24 Sale: $8.24 each
    $8.24 each
  5. 40wt Wine Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-2833
    40wt Wine Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-2833
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  6. 40wt White Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-5709
    40wt White Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-5709
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  7. 40wt Violet Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-4434
    40wt Violet Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-4434
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  8. 40wt Storm Hand Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-5114
    40wt Storm Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-5114
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  9. 40wt Pink Hand Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-2538
    40wt Pink Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-2538
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  10. 40wt Peacock Teal Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-7235
    40wt Peacock Teal Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-7235
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  11. 40wt Peach Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-1938
    40wt Peach Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-1938
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  12. 40wt Navy Hand Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-5322
    40wt Navy Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-5322
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  13. 40wt Medium Grey Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-6506
    40wt Medium Grey Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-6506
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  14. 40wt Light Pearl Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-919
    40wt Light Pearl Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-919
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  15. 40wt Light Blue Dawn Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-6217
    40wt Light Blue Dawn Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-6217
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  16. 40wt Light Blue Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-5725
    40wt Light Blue Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-5725
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  17. 40wt Khaki Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-1225
    40wt Khaki Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-1225
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  18. 40wt Hot Pink Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-2955
    40wt Hot Pink Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-2955
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  19. 40wt Dusty Rose Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-2626
    40wt Dusty Rose Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-2626
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  20. 40wt Cream Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-928
    40wt Cream Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-928
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  21. 40wt Canary Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-349
    40wt Canary Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-349
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  22. 40wt Aqua Mist Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-7918
    40wt Aqua Mist Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-7918
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  23. 40wt Airway Blue Cotton Hand Quilting Thread | Gutermann Thread #738219-5826
    40wt Airway Blue Cotton Hand Quilting Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738219-5826
    220 yards of 40wt Gutermann 100% mercerized cotton thread
    Price: $4.24 Sale: $4.24 each
    $4.24 each
  24. White Polyester Universal Serger Thread Cone | Gutermann Thread #738211-20
    White Polyester Universal Serger Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738211-20
    1,094 yards of 120wt Gutermann 100% polyester thread
    Price: $7.74 Sale: $7.74 each
    $7.74 each
  25. Sand Polyester Universal Serger Thread Cone | Gutermann Thread #738211-506
    Sand Polyester Universal Serger Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738211-506
    1,094 yards of 120wt Gutermann 100% polyester thread
    Price: $7.74 Sale: $7.74 each
    $7.74 each
  26. Bone Polyester Universal Serger Thread Cone | Gutermann Thread #738211-30
    Bone Polyester Universal Serger Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738211-30
    1,094 yards of 120wt Gutermann 100% polyester thread
    Price: $7.74 Sale: $7.74 each
    $7.74 each
  27. Black Polyester Universal Serger Thread Cone | Gutermann Thread #738211-10
    Black Polyester Universal Serger Thread
    Gutermann Thread #738211-10
    1,094 yards of 120wt Gutermann 100% polyester thread
    Price: $7.74 Sale: $7.74 each
    $7.74 each
  28. 100wt Silk Thread 5 Spool Sampler Set | YLI #20210-AST
    100wt Silk Thread 5 Spool Sampler Set
    YLI #20210-AST
    Includes 5 spools (200 meters each) of 100% silk thread
    Price: $31.98 Sale: $31.98 each
    $31.98 each
  29. 100wt Silk Thread 7 Spool Classic Applique Set | YLI #20210-ES2
    100wt Silk Thread 7 Spool Classic Applique Set
    YLI #20210-ES2
    Includes 7 spools (200 meters each) of 100% silk thread
    Price: $44.98 Sale: $44.98 each
    $44.98 each
  30. Thread Tamer All-in-One Thread Stand | WonderFil #THREADTAMER
    Thread Tamer All-in-One Thread Stand
    WonderFil #THREADTAMER
    Thread Tamer All-in-One Thread Stand can be used with spools and cones. It is de ...
    Price: $41.98 Sale: $41.98 each
    $41.98 each
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Quilting Thread You Can Count On

One sewing notion you should never skimp on is quilting thread – but you needn't worry if you buy yours from Fat Quarter Shop. We stock top-quality quilting thread brands from trusted manufacturers.

You may be wondering if it's worth spending a little more to get good-quality sewing thread. The answer is a resounding "yes!" The best sewing thread is sleek, resists friction and won't break or pucker when you're stitching. Machine quilting threads should also be strong enough to hold seams together, no matter how many times your project is laundered. By spending a little more upfront, you'll save yourself a lot of headaches along the way. Helpful tip: Go one step further – prevent your quilting threads from tangling or fading by storing them in one of our thread storage boxes.

Fat Quarter Shop has an abundant assortment of high-quality thread for quilting and other sewing projects. If you're doing embroidery, you'll find all the cross stitch floss you need to complete your project. Get the best thread for sale at Fat Quarter Shop today!

Sewing Thread Basics

There's more to sewing thread than meets the eye. You'll discover this as soon as you begin shopping. Here are some things to consider when choosing quilting thread:

  • Weight: The higher the number, the finer the sewing thread. If you're stitching lightweight fabrics, use lighter thread weights such as 40 or 50. These are the most common cotton thread weights for sewing a quilt. For heavy materials, use a heavier thread weight. For hand quilting, embroidery or top stitching, 12-,18- and 28-weight threads are a good choice.
  • Fiber Content: Generally, you're advised to match your thread with the type of fabric you're using – cotton fabric = cotton quilting thread. However, experienced quilters may prefer to use poly-cotton or polyester thread with cotton fabric. The type of thread you use is entirely up to you. Generally speaking, cotton thread is strong, takes dye well, adapts to changes in the fabric (e.g., shrinkage) and tolerates high heat during ironing. Polyester sewing thread is smooth and strong and has a little elasticity, making it ideal for synthetic blend fabrics, particularly stretchy ones. Silk sewing thread is used to stitch fine fabrics or for finishing work such as French seams or invisible hems.
  • Color: Do you want your thread to blend in with your fabric or are you embroidering a design that needs to stand out? In all likelihood, you'll need both types of thread for your quilting project. You may even decide to get one of our thread boxes to cover all the bases.
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Get Quality Quilting Thread From Fat Quarter Shop

On spools or cones, in thread bundles or a thread pack, Fat Quarter Shop has all the quilting thread you need for your next sewing project. We even have quilting storage and sewing organizers so you can keep everything you need close at hand. We haven't forgotten about our favorite cross stitchers – keep everything tidy with a cross-stitch organizer. Find the best fabric and quilting thread for sale at Fat Quarter Shop!

Quilting with Aurifil 12 weight and 50 weight Thread

Jen Kingwell, fabric designer for Moda Fabrics, is renowned for her hand quilting. She uses Aurifil thread for piecing and quilting, and in this video she discusses the different thread weights she prefers and why.

Frequently Asked Questions About Quilting Thread


Have a question about quilting thread? We've answered a few here, but please reach out if you need more information about any of our products.


What Quilting Thread Brands Do You Sell?

Fat Quarter Shop has a wide range of quilting thread brands for sale, including:

  • Aurifil Thread
  • Gutermann Thread
  • Presencia Thread
  • Mettler Thread
  • DMC Embroidery Floss
  • Classic Colorworks

What Are Thread Cones Used For?

Typically, a spool contains 600-1,420 yards of sewing thread, while a cone has 2,500 to 3,280 yards. Bear in mind that if you want to use a thread cone, you'll need to get a thread stand because a sewing machine spool pin can't hold a cone. Helpful tip: Thread cones are ideally suited for embroidery on longarm quilting machines.


What Is Variegated Thread?

Unlike single-color cross-stitch thread, variegated thread is an embroidery and cross-stitch floss that's dyed to provide various colors throughout the thread.