{"product_id":"madeira-metallic-smooth-embroidery-thread-gift-box-8-x-200m","title":"Madeira Metallic Smooth No. 40 Gift Box – 8 × 200m","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .dsm8019 {\n    --ink: #2e3036;\n    --muted: #6c7078;\n    --bronze: #87633a;\n    --bronze-dark: #5c4228;\n    --gold: #c99b44;\n    --gold-soft: #fbf4e6;\n    --silver-soft: #f2f3f5;\n    --line: #e2ded6;\n    --white: #ffffff;\n    color: var(--ink);\n    font: 16px\/1.65 Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\n  }\n  .dsm8019 * { box-sizing: border-box; }\n  .dsm8019 img { display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; }\n  .dsm8019 a { color: inherit; }\n  .dsm8019-wrap { max-width: 1180px; margin: 0 auto; }\n  .dsm8019-section { margin: 64px 0; }\n  .dsm8019 h2,\n  .dsm8019 h3 { color: var(--ink); line-height: 1.16; }\n  .dsm8019 h2 { margin: 0 0 17px; font-size: clamp(30px, 4vw, 48px); letter-spacing: -0.8px; }\n  .dsm8019 h3 { margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 20px; }\n  .dsm8019 p { margin: 0 0 15px; }\n  .dsm8019-lead { max-width: 920px; 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border-radius: 22px; color: var(--white); background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--bronze-dark), var(--bronze)); }\n  .dsm8019-final h2,\n  .dsm8019-final p { color: var(--white); }\n  .dsm8019-final p { max-width: 820px; margin-bottom: 0; opacity: 0.92; }\n  .dsm8019-final .dsm8019-kicker { color: #f1cd89; }\n\n  @media (max-width: 850px) {\n    .dsm8019-hero,\n    .dsm8019-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n    .dsm8019-stats,\n    .dsm8019-steps { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr)); }\n    .dsm8019-stat:nth-child(3) { border-left: 0; }\n    .dsm8019-stat:nth-child(n + 3) { border-top: 1px solid var(--line); }\n  }\n  @media (max-width: 700px) {\n    .dsm8019-uses,\n    .dsm8019-compare,\n    .dsm8019-colours { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n  }\n  @media (max-width: 520px) {\n    .dsm8019-section { margin: 46px 0; }\n    .dsm8019-hero { padding: 25px; border-radius: 18px; }\n    .dsm8019-stats,\n    .dsm8019-steps { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n    .dsm8019-stat + .dsm8019-stat { border-top: 1px solid var(--line); border-left: 0; }\n    .dsm8019-colour { grid-template-columns: 96px 1fr; }\n    .dsm8019-colour-photo { width: 96px; }\n    .dsm8019 th,\n    .dsm8019 td { padding: 14px; }\n    .dsm8019-alert { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003csection class=\"dsm8019-section dsm8019-hero\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-kicker\"\u003eMadeira 8019 · Metallic Smooth No. 40\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eElegant metallic shine with a smoother, more flexible feel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dsm8019-lead\"\u003eAdd polished gold, silver and neutral highlights with eight 200m Snapspools of Madeira Metallic Smooth No. 40. Its specialised twist uses a narrow metallised foil to create flexible, smooth-handling thread for machine embroidery, ornamental seams and decorative stitching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"dsm8019-benefits\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEight coordinated metallic shades\u003c\/strong\u003e for refined highlights and statement details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e200m on every Snapspool\u003c\/strong\u003e gives 1600m of thread across the complete box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Smooth construction\u003c\/strong\u003e reduces the metallised proportion for easier handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-actions\"\u003e\n          \u003ca class=\"dsm8019-button\" href=\"#dsm8019-colours\"\u003eSee Included Colours\u003c\/a\u003e\n          \u003ca class=\"dsm8019-button dsm8019-button--light\" href=\"#dsm8019-specs\"\u003eView Specifications\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cfigure class=\"dsm8019-packshot\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/smooth_metallic_8er.jpg?v=1772097500\u0026amp;width=900\" alt=\"Madeira Metallic Smooth No. 40 gift box with eight 200m metallic embroidery thread spools\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"334\" height=\"600\"\u003e\n        \u003cfigcaption\u003eOne fixed eight-colour gift box · 8 × 200m · Madeira article 8019\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n      \u003c\/figure\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n    \u003csection class=\"dsm8019-stats\" aria-label=\"Key Madeira Metallic Smooth gift-box details\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 spools\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efixed metallic assortment\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e200m each\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMadeira Snapspools\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1600m\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etotal thread in the box\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 40\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edtex 240\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-alert\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-alert-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003ei\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCorrect manufacturer specification: 8 × 200m.\u003c\/strong\u003e Madeira identifies this set as article 8019 with eight 200m spools—a total of 1600m. References to 8 × 100m in the previous product title and description were incorrect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003csection class=\"dsm8019-section\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-kicker\"\u003eA different kind of metallic thread\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eDesigned to keep the shine while improving flexibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"dsm8019-lead\"\u003eMetallic Smooth combines a polyester foundation with metallised foil in a new twist construction. Madeira reduces the metallised proportion to 25%, helping the thread feel smoother and more flexible while retaining the lustrous finish that makes metallic stitching stand out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003carticle class=\"dsm8019-card\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSmooth handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrow foil and flexible twist are designed for stronger performance than a stiff, heavily metallised construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n        \u003carticle class=\"dsm8019-card\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRefined lustre\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold, rose, silver and platinum tones add light-catching detail without turning every project into high sparkle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n        \u003carticle class=\"dsm8019-card\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVersatile machine use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMadeira specifies Metallic Smooth for sewing and embroidery machines when decorative metallic effects are wanted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n    \u003csection class=\"dsm8019-section\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-kicker\"\u003eWhere metallic details make a difference\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eUse the set for accents, outlines and celebration stitching\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-uses\"\u003e\n        \u003carticle class=\"dsm8019-use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMachine embroidery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd metallic lettering, borders, motifs and highlights where selected areas of the design should catch the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n        \u003carticle class=\"dsm8019-use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAppliqué and quilting accents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutline shapes, echo details and create visible decorative stitching on suitable fabrics and stabilised layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n        \u003carticle class=\"dsm8019-use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFashion and costumes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring refined shine to eveningwear, occasion pieces, accessories, dancewear and costume embellishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n        \u003carticle class=\"dsm8019-use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGifts and home décor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersonalise ornaments, table linens, cards and decorative pieces with gold, silver and warm metallic highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n    \u003csection class=\"dsm8019-section\" id=\"dsm8019-colours\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-kicker\"\u003eExact fixed assortment\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eSee all eight Metallic Smooth colours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"dsm8019-lead\"\u003eEach close-up below is cropped from Direct Sewing’s photograph of this exact Madeira 8019 gift box. Use the Madeira number as the primary shade reference because colour names can vary between markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-colours\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-colour\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-colour-photo dsm8019-pos-r1c1\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Madeira Metallic Smooth colour 324 Antique Gold spool from gift box 8019\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e324 · Antique Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eIncluded · 200m\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-colour\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-colour-photo dsm8019-pos-r1c2\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Madeira Metallic Smooth colour 321 Rose Gold spool from gift box 8019\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e321 · Rose Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eIncluded · 200m\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-colour\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-colour-photo dsm8019-pos-r2c1\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Madeira Metallic Smooth colour 304 Gold Nugget spool from gift box 8019\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e304 · Gold Nugget\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eIncluded · 200m\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-colour\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-colour-photo dsm8019-pos-r2c2\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Madeira Metallic Smooth colour 307 Fine Gold spool from gift box 8019\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e307 · Fine Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eIncluded · 200m\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-colour\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-colour-photo dsm8019-pos-r3c1\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Madeira Metallic Smooth colour 320 Silver spool from gift box 8019\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e320 · Silver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eIncluded · 200m\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-colour\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-colour-photo dsm8019-pos-r3c2\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Madeira Metallic Smooth colour 322 Gold Dust spool from gift box 8019\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e322 · Gold Dust\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eIncluded · 200m\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-colour\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-colour-photo dsm8019-pos-r4c1\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Madeira Metallic Smooth colour 342 Antique Silver spool from gift box 8019\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e342 · Antique Silver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eIncluded · 200m\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-colour\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-colour-photo dsm8019-pos-r4c2\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Madeira Metallic Smooth colour 362 Platinum spool from gift box 8019\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e362 · Platinum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eIncluded · 200m\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-note\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetallic colours change with the light.\u003c\/strong\u003e Screen settings and photography cannot show the full reflective effect. Match by the Madeira colour number and compare with a physical spool or Metallic colour card when an exact tone matters.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n    \u003csection class=\"dsm8019-section\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-kicker\"\u003eWhy choose the Smooth family?\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eMetallic Smooth balances shine with flexibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-compare\"\u003e\n        \u003carticle class=\"dsm8019-compare-card dsm8019-compare-card--smooth\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThis set: Metallic Smooth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA polyester-based No. 40 metallic thread with narrow metallised foil and a flexible twist. Choose it when you want an elegant metallic finish with smoother handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n        \u003carticle class=\"dsm8019-compare-card\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOther Madeira metallic families\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrilliant, Sparkling and Soft use different materials and twist constructions, producing different textures and reflective effects. They are separate products and are not included here.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-note\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis is decorative thread.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use Metallic Smooth for visible embroidery and ornamental stitching, not as a substitute for ordinary construction thread in load-bearing seams.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n    \u003csection class=\"dsm8019-section\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-kicker\"\u003eSet up for clean metallic stitching\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eGive the thread a smooth path from spool to fabric\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-steps\"\u003e\n        \u003carticle class=\"dsm8019-step\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFit a Metallic needle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMadeira recommends its Metallic needle NM 90\/14, article 9451, for Metallic No. 40 thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n        \u003carticle class=\"dsm8019-step\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThread the machine carefully\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the machine manual and make sure the spool unwinds freely through a clean, obstruction-free thread path.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n        \u003carticle class=\"dsm8019-step\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStart at a moderate speed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduce speed if needed and change tension only after checking the test result; metallic thread should feed without snagging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n        \u003carticle class=\"dsm8019-step\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTest the full combination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStitch on a stabilised offcut using the final fabric, bobbin thread and design density before embroidering the project.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n    \u003csection class=\"dsm8019-section\" id=\"dsm8019-specs\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-kicker\"\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eMadeira Metallic Smooth Gift Box at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-table-wrap\"\u003e\n        \u003ctable\u003e\n          \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMadeira\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGift Box Metallic Smooth No. 40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGift-box article \/ SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eThread article\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9842\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBarcode \/ GTIN\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4003760980199\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eThread type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetallised machine embroidery and decorative thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eThread size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo. 40 · dtex 240\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68% polyester · 32% metallised PE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSpool format\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200m Snapspool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBox contents\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 fixed colours · 1600m total\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRecommended needle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMadeira Metallic needle NM 90\/14 · article 9451\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSuitable machines\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSewing and embroidery machines that accept Metallic No. 40 thread; follow the machine manufacturer’s guidance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eIncluded\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEight Metallic Smooth thread spools and reusable gift box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNot included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeedle, bobbin thread, stabiliser and embroidery design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n        \u003c\/table\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n    \u003csection class=\"dsm8019-section\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-kicker\"\u003eQuestions before you stitch\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eMetallic Smooth gift-box FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-faq\"\u003e\n        \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this Madeira article 8019?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-answer\"\u003eYes. Madeira identifies the eight-colour Metallic Smooth No. 40 Gift Box as article 8019. The product barcode is 4003760980199.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n        \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eAre the spools 100m or 200m?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-answer\"\u003eThey are 200m each. The manufacturer specifies eight 200m Snapspools, giving 1600m of thread in total. The previous 100m wording was an error.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n        \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich colours are included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-answer\"\u003eThe fixed set contains 324 Antique Gold, 304 Gold Nugget, 320 Silver, 342 Antique Silver, 321 Rose Gold, 307 Fine Gold, 322 Gold Dust and 362 Platinum.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n        \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I choose or swap the colours?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-answer\"\u003eNo. Article 8019 is supplied as one fixed eight-colour assortment; individual shades cannot be selected or substituted in this listing.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n        \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich needle should I use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-answer\"\u003eMadeira recommends a Metallic needle in size NM 90\/14, including its article 9451. A metallic needle provides an eye and thread path suited to metallic embroidery thread.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n        \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill it work in my sewing or embroidery machine?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-answer\"\u003eMadeira specifies Metallic Smooth for sewing and embroidery machines. Confirm that your machine can use No. 40 metallic thread and follow its manual for spool support, threading, speed and tension.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n        \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs bobbin thread included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-answer\"\u003eNo. The gift box contains eight Metallic Smooth top-thread spools and the reusable box only. Choose compatible bobbin thread separately for the machine and project.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n        \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow should the finished project be cared for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsm8019-answer\"\u003eFollow the lowest care limit among the metallic thread, fabric, stabiliser, bobbin thread and embellishments. Test laundering on a stitched sample when care requirements are important.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n    \u003csection class=\"dsm8019-section dsm8019-final\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"dsm8019-kicker\"\u003eEight shades, one polished metallic palette\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eAdd controlled shine without choosing a stiff metallic thread\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eMadeira 8019 brings together 1600m of flexible Metallic Smooth No. 40 in useful gold, silver, rose and neutral tones—an organised gift box for elegant machine embroidery and decorative stitching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Madeira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47508321730781,"sku":"8019","price":64.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/smooth_metallic_8er.jpg?v=1772097500","url":"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/products\/madeira-metallic-smooth-embroidery-thread-gift-box-8-x-200m","provider":"Direct Sewing Machines \u0026 Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}