If you struggle with lackluster thread that frays and breaks, try Floriani's fabulous 40wt Polyester Embroidery Thread. This popular thread has a high sheen and tensile strength, resulting in a professional-looking finished product. Thanks to Floriani's colorfast guarantee, you will never have to worry about your thread color fading. Each spool holds 1093 yards of 100% polyester thread. It's recommended that you use a chrome embroidery needle when doing high-speed embroidery, but if you are working on specialty fabric, you should use a needle best suited for that fabric type. Choose from 360 fabulous Floriani colors to best suit your project.