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A&E Gütermann Mara thread spools in cream, navy, red and gold on linen beside denim topstitching and sewing scissors.
August 25, 2026

Gütermann Mara NZ: The Thread Behind a Beautiful Seam

From fine garment seams to gold denim topstitching, discover the right Gütermann Mara thread. Compare Mara 100, 70 and 50, choose a needle and colour, and build a better test seam.

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Aurifil 50wt and Sulky 30wt cotton thread spools in solid and variegated colours beside a patchwork quilt.
May 10, 2026

100% Cotton Thread NZ: A Quilter’s Guide to 50wt & 30wt

Fine seams or expressive quilting? Compare Aurifil 50wt and Sulky Cotton 30wt, choose solid or variegated colour, and learn how needles, tension and care affect the finish.

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