Made from 100% long staple Egyptian cotton with the soft sheen of natural cotton! Suitable for sewing and quilting fine cotton creations and for longarm quilting. Mercerization makes the thread stronger and heat-resistant and reduces shrinkage. Details: Includes assorted Spring colors 164 yd. spools 8 spools Shrink-, heat- and fade-resistant Colorfast Suitable for machine and hand sewing Iron safe 100% Egyptian long staple mercerized cotton