Embroidery Floss

Not sure which embroidery thread to choose? This quick guide breaks down the different types of floss we carry — from classic DMC cotton to wool, sparkle, and curated Cosmo color packs — so you can pick the perfect thread for your next stitching project.

Overlapping rows of vibrant DMC embroidery floss skeins organized in rainbow order on a light surface.

DMC 6-Strand Cotton Embroidery Floss

The classic! This smooth, six-strand cotton floss is perfect for cross stitch, embroidery, and all kinds of needlework. With 500+ colors, it's easy to find the perfect shade for any project.

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DMC Eco Vita organic wool thread skeins arranged diagonally by color on a textured cream aida fabric.

DMC Eco Vita Wool Thread

Made from 100% organic wool and naturally dyed, Eco Vita brings beautiful, soft color with a slightly rustic texture. A great option for surface embroidery, crewel, mending, and cross stitch.

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Seven rainbow-colored skeins of glittery DMC Étoile embroidery floss with labels on white marble.

DMC Mouliné Étoile Shimmer Embroidery Floss

Stitch with sparkle! Mouline Etoile has a subtle shimmer that adds just the right touch of glimmer to your stitching. Blends easily with regular cotton floss for extra dimension.

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Twelve Cosmo embroidery floss skeins in a gradient of teal and mint green shades lined up on a white background.

Cosmo Embroidery Floss Color Packs

Curated color made easy! These Cosmo packs combine beautifully coordinated shades of high-quality cotton floss. Smooth, soft, and a dream to stitch with—perfect for adding color and texture to your embroidery or cross stitch projects.

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Thread Storage + Organization

Six colorful wire embroidery project rings overlapping vertically in a neat row on a white marble background.
Twist Lock Floss Bobbin Rings Regular Price $4.50
A yellow rectangle of Beeswax Bliss floss conditioner bar sitting in front of its silver tin on white marble.
Beeswax Bliss Thread Conditioner Regular Price $5.25
Stack of white cardboard sheets containing punch-out DMC embroidery floss bobbins on white marble.
Cardboard Embroidery Floss Bobbins Regular Price $2.75
Plastic Embroidery Floss Bobbins-Stitched Modern
Plastic Embroidery Floss Bobbins Regular Price $2.75
DMC Embroidery Floss Number Stickers-Stitched Modern
DMC Embroidery Floss Number Stickers Regular Price $2.75
Embroidery Floss Bobbin Winder-Stitched Modern
Embroidery Floss Bobbin Winder Regular Price $3.00
Thread Magic Thread Conditioner-Stitched Modern
Thread Magic Thread Conditioner Regular Price $12.00
Thread Magic Conditioner with Built-in Thread Cutter-Stitched Modern
Thread Magic Conditioner with Built-in Thread Cutter Regular Price $13.00
Three nested metal embroidery project rings of varying sizes with textured screw closures on white marble.
Large Screw Lock Ring for Floss Storage from Regular Price $5.00
Wooden thread holder organizing colorful embroidery bobbins in rainbow order next to a built-in magnetic needle holder.
Floss Bobbin Rack Regular Price $28.00

Curated Color Palettes

Overlapping rows of vibrant DMC embroidery floss skeins organized in rainbow order on a light surface.
DMC Thread Collection - Stitched Modern Top 50 Colors Regular Price $58.00
Eight skeins of DMC embroidery floss in pastel rainbow colors lined up vertically on a white marble surface.
DMC Embroidery Floss Color Palette - Moody Succulent Regular Price $9.30
Sashiko Thread Boxed Set-Stitched Modern
Sashiko Thread Boxed Set Sold Out
Over thirty numbered DMC embroidery floss skeins arranged in two neat, colorful rows on a white marble surface.
DMC Embroidery Floss Collection - 35 New Colors Regular Price $40.60
Two rows of colorful Olympus Sashiko embroidery thread skeins with Japanese labels on a cream fabric surface.
Japanese Sashiko Thread - Solid Collection Sold Out
Japanese Sashiko Thread - Variegated Collection-Stitched Modern
Japanese Sashiko Thread - Variegated Collection Regular Price $32.00
Five metallic DMC Light Effects embroidery floss skeins in festive holiday colors on a white marble background.
DMC Light Effects Metallic Embroidery Floss - Holiday Sparkle Pack Regular Price $15.00
Six metallic DMC Light Effects embroidery floss skeins in neutral, copper, and gold shades on white marble.
DMC Light Effects Metallic Embroidery Floss - Precious Metals Pack Regular Price $18.00
Two parallel rows of colorful DMC Eco Vita organic wool thread skeins on a textured cream fabric background.
Eco Vita Naturally Dyed Wool Embroidery Thread - Starter Set Sold Out
A circular arrangement of rainbow embroidery skeins enclosing walnuts, leaves, and natural dyeing ingredients.
Eco Vita Naturally Dyed Wool Embroidery Thread - Complete Set Sold Out