Made for durability
Strong polyester filament supports long-lasting logos, motifs, lettering, appliqué and decorative stitching.
Madeira 8045 · Polyneon 40 clear box
Start machine embroidery with 18 brilliant, hard-working colours
Build a useful embroidery palette with 18 × 400m Snapspools of Madeira Polyneon No. 40. This strong 100% polyester machine embroidery thread keeps its colour through demanding wear and washing, while the reusable clear box keeps every shade visible and organised.
- 18 fixed solid colours selected for versatile machine embroidery.
- 400m on every Snapspool gives 7200m of thread across the set.
- Durable polyester filament with high tear and abrasion resistance.
18 spoolsfixed colour assortment
400m eachcompact Snapspools
7200mtotal thread in the box
No. 40dtex 135 × 2
This listing is for one complete, fixed 18-colour set. It contains eighteen small 400m Snapspools—not eighteen 1000m cones. Colours cannot be chosen or substituted, and bobbin thread, needles and stabiliser are not included.
Brilliant colour with strength behind every stitch
Polyneon is Madeira’s versatile polyester machine embroidery thread. Its colourfast, chlorine-resistant finish and high resistance to tearing and abrasion make it especially useful when embroidery must stay bright through repeated wear and laundering.
Wash-resistant colour
Madeira develops Polyneon for colourfast performance on frequently washed textiles, including garments and workwear.
Compact, useful starter set
Eighteen coordinated shades give new embroiderers a broad working palette without committing to full-size cones.
Choose it for embroidery that will be worn, washed and enjoyed
Workwear, sports and outdoor textiles
A strong choice for names, badges and logos on pieces that face friction, regular washing and active use.
Children’s clothing and accessories
Create colourful motifs on garments and bags where durable polyester thread is a practical advantage.
Towels and home textiles
Embroider monograms, labels and decorative designs on frequently laundered household projects.
Appliqué and decorative stitching
Use the clear colour range for borders, lettering and visible machine stitching on suitable fabrics.
Meet all 18 colours in the clear box
Every close-up below is cropped from Direct Sewing’s photograph of this exact Madeira 8045 box. Colour names can vary between markets, so use the four-digit Madeira number as the primary shade reference.
1981 · WinterberryIncluded · 400m
1843 · Bright BlueIncluded · 400m
1851 · EvergreenIncluded · 400m
1670 · GoldIncluded · 400m
1945 · EspressoIncluded · 400m
1800 · BlackIncluded · 400m
1838 · Poppy RedIncluded · 400m
1842 · Team BlueIncluded · 400m
1988 · Grass GreenIncluded · 400m
1951 · Golden RodIncluded · 400m
1682 · EcruIncluded · 400m
1918 · GreyIncluded · 400m
1815 · PinkIncluded · 400m
1675 · Baby BlueIncluded · 400m
1748 · Lime GreenIncluded · 400m
1866 · Lemon FrostIncluded · 400m
1971 · Canary GoldIncluded · 400m
1801 · Bright WhiteIncluded · 400m
Screen colour is a guide only. Photography, lighting and displays can alter how thread appears. Match by the Madeira colour number and compare with a physical thread sample or Polyneon colour card when an exact match matters.
Polyneon prioritises resilient, washable embroidery
This set: Polyneon 40
100% polyester machine embroidery thread with high tear and abrasion resistance. A practical choice for frequently washed garments, towels, activewear and workwear.
Different product: rayon embroidery thread
Rayon is often selected for its soft, silky lustre. It has different fibre and care priorities and is not included in this Polyneon set.
Not ordinary construction thread. Polyneon No. 40 is designed as the visible top thread for machine embroidery and decorative stitching. Pair it with a suitable embroidery bobbin thread unless your machine or project instructions specify otherwise.
Test the complete embroidery combination before stitching
Plan the colour order
Match the design’s colour stops to the included Madeira numbers before loading the first spool.
Start with NM 75–80
Madeira recommends an embroidery needle in the NM 75–80 range; refine the point and size for the fabric and machine.
Match bobbin and stabiliser
Use compatible bobbin thread and choose stabiliser for the fabric, design density and finished use.
Run a test stitch
Embroider on a stabilised offcut, then adjust tension, needle or stabiliser before the final item.
Madeira Polyneon 40 Clear Box at a glance
| Brand | Madeira |
|---|---|
| Product | Clear Box Polyneon 40 |
| Article / SKU | 8045 |
| Barcode / GTIN | 4003760980540 |
| Thread type | Machine embroidery and decorative thread |
| Thread size | No. 40 · dtex 135 × 2 |
| Fibre | 100% polyester filament |
| Spool format | 400m Snapspool |
| Box contents | 18 fixed colours · 7200m total |
| Needle guide | Machine embroidery needle NM 75–80 as a starting point; match the final needle to the machine, fabric and design |
| Storage | Reusable transparent organiser box |
| Included | 18 Polyneon 40 spools and clear storage box |
| Not included | Bobbin thread, needles, stabiliser and embroidery design |
Madeira Polyneon clear-box FAQs
Which colours are included?
The fixed set contains 1800, 1951, 1843, 1918, 1971, 1842, 1801, 1866, 1675, 1945, 1851, 1981, 1670, 1988, 1838, 1682, 1748 and 1815. The colour grid above matches each number to the name used on this listing.
Can I choose or swap the colours?
No. Madeira article 8045 is supplied as one fixed assortment of 18 colours; this listing does not offer individual shade selection or substitution.
Are these full-size 1000m cones?
No. The set contains eighteen compact 400m Snapspools, giving 7200m of thread in total. The smaller format is useful for building a broad starter palette.
Will Polyneon work in my machine?
Polyneon 40 is designed for sewing and embroidery machines that can use standard machine embroidery thread. Check the machine manual for spool handling, needle and thread guidance, especially on compact or specialist machines.
Can I use it as ordinary sewing thread?
It is primarily a top thread for machine embroidery and decorative stitching. For structural seams and everyday garment construction, use the thread type and weight recommended for that project.
Is bobbin thread included?
No. The box contains the 18 coloured Polyneon top threads and the clear organiser only. Select a compatible embroidery bobbin thread separately.
Is Polyneon suitable for washable projects?
Yes. Madeira designs Polyneon for strong colourfastness and resistance to intensive washing and chlorine exposure, making it a practical option for frequently laundered textiles. Always follow the care limit of the finished fabric, stabiliser and other materials.
Which needle should I start with?
Madeira recommends an NM 75–80 machine embroidery needle for the 400m Polyneon 40 format. The best point and final size still depend on the machine, fabric and design density, so test first.
Open the lid and start building a durable embroidery palette
With eighteen genuine 400m Polyneon 40 spools, a useful spread of bright colours and neutrals, and a clear reusable organiser, Madeira article 8045 is an easy way to put dependable polyester embroidery thread within reach.