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Sulky Thread Cotton Petites - 12wt Gray Khaki

Sulky Thread Cotton Petites – 12wt Gray Khaki

Original price was: $3.08.Current price is: $1.72.

SKU: 712-1321 Category:

Description

Earthy, grounded, and effortlessly practical, Gray Khaki is a muted green-grey with a soft military undertone — a beautifully balanced shade that sits comfortably between olive and stone.

It is subtle yet distinctive, making it ideal for projects where you want colour with restraint.

This tone pairs beautifully with natural linens, warm browns, denim, mustard, and neutral palettes. It is particularly striking in modern farmhouse quilts and nature-inspired embroidery.

The 12wt weight creates bold, visible stitches that sit on top of your fabric with beautiful texture. Because Sulky Cotton Petites is a single, non-divisible strand, there is no separating or twisting — just thread and stitch.

Perfect For

  • Nature-inspired big stitch quilting
  • Decorative stitching on linen
  • Appliqué outlining on earthy palettes
  • Visible mending projects
  • Modern rustic quilts
  • Accent stitching on bags and organisers
  • Subtle sashiko-style detailing

Gray Khaki adds organic warmth without feeling busy — ideal for calm, grounded makes.

Machine Tips

Sulky 12wt can also be used for decorative machine stitching. For best results:

  • Use a 90/14 Topstitch needle
  • Slightly increase your stitch length
  • Pair with 50wt cotton in the bobbin
  • Reduce top tension slightly if needed

This allows the thicker 12wt thread to flow smoothly and sit beautifully on the surface of your fabric.

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