I Bought Every Type of Thread DMC Sells So You Don't Have To!

If you're like me, you've fallen into a steady pattern of using 6-strand cotton embroidery floss (or maybe some pearl cotton) for all your embroidery, but who knew that there are 19 different kinds of floss and thread sold by DMC?? I simply had to try them all out, compare and contrast, and see which ones are worthwhile adding to my stash!

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[dormouseintea]

the difference between the color variations and coloris is color theory. color variations are variations on a theme — similar colors. coloris is four complimentary but contrasting colors

[amandaglidewell]

Floche is used in padded satin stitches, cut work, maderia embroidery and shadow work embroidery. It makes a very smooth satin stitch like when you are doing a hand stitched monogram.

[carlenehitchens]

Perle cottons are also available in size 8 and 12, they come on a small ball instead of a skein. Size 8 is about the equivalent of 3 strands of cotton floss and size 12 is equivalent to 2 strands of floss.

[angelbear_og]

I used to cross-stitch a lot. Sometimes a pattern called for a couple strands of regular floss and add in 1 strand of a glittery or metallic floss. I don't remember ever using a metallic on its own with all the threads. The way it intertwined with the regular floss looked very nice. Ahhh, after watching this I am regretting giving away all my floss to my niece when I was decluttering before a move. I didn't think I'd ever do it again. But now you have me wanting to try out embroidery!

[dormouseintea]

with light effects, metallics, and satin floss, if you’re using multiple strands it REALLY helps to literally tie it to the eye of your needle. it helps keep your stitching lengths even and the fraying/splaying on the tail has to stop at the knot.

[sharonsays]

I have found that a single, LIGHT, application of wax or Thread Magic keeps metallic thread under control. I also make a lark's head knot around my needle. The Thread Magic will wear off as you stitch, but does keep the metallics under control and does not affect the shine. I use floche for smocking and embroidery on hankies and baby clothes

[valrog]

On the last big quilt my mother made, she did hand-piecing all around the sides of the quilt. I then took her quilt (which was a gift for my niece), and using size 3 Perl cotton, did simple outline stitching around all her hand-pieced designs. Just all in one color because my goal was to give a finished, high quality look to complement, not really "add" to her design, so I just used a cream color. When I say "WOW", it was the perfect size, texture, and sheen, and you know how a beautiful design can be 110% enhanced by finishing details. Her masterpiece quilt. And mostly because of her talent, but also because of those finishing details, with the size 3 perl cotton in cream. I also think some of those that you unboxed might be used in different types of embroidery than just "embroidery" per se, maybe needlepoint, maybe on clothing, etc.

[singingrazors]

All these textures got me thinking of like a cool way to do tree bark or something similarly random in nature

[sophiaeressea]

I have nothing to say on embroidery but I love that you actually tried to use a French pronunciation! Thank you so very much ✨✨✨

[juliemcleod]

For me, i took 1 or 2 strands of standard thread then mix 1 strand of glitter or metallic thread. Then used as ascents stitches. i loved the satin thread, for bird feathers stunning..

[Aryanna]

So I have inherited my grandmother's sowing + embroidery + lacework + anything crafty that she had and I never know what half of the threads were so this is a really helpful video. My biggest problem is that as it was old threads and she has used it and knew what it was I was left with no packaging for any kind of reference!
Thank you so much!

[suzisaintjames]

11:40 because you did a different stitch it's hard to tell, is the size 5 bigger than six strands of floss? Would you say twice as thick? Or is the size 3 about twice the size? I have to buy online so I can't eyeball it and choose which size myself. 💖🌞🌵😷

[AdamantErinyes]

DMC crochet thread goes all the way to size 80 (I think? Or was it 60?). But basically it's finer than sewing thread and used a lot for bobbin lace.

ETA: The amount of thread in a given skein/ball/whatever is generally based off of what it's traditionally used for, and some are very specific and specialized. For example, Coton a Brodor is traditionally used for whitework embroidery like Schwalm. Other types may be used to crewel,

[flamegremlin]

Thank you soooo much for doing this .. because i was getting ready to spend the money and do this for myself.... you saveed me so much money!

[AngelCCD]

You brought back good and bad memories about DMC. I used to work at Hobby Lobby over the Needlework department. The company had me hang those slippery ones in the plastic sleeves and then I would get in trouble for them being messy when they slid out. I did enjoy the variety of threads and kits.

[Claushanga]

This is Last week I was looking at photos and videos to see the different threads side by side and I wasn't satisfied with my findings lol THANK YOU SO <3
oh, and btw virgin wool is when the sheep or animal has never been shed before, so it's its first hair and is more fine

[suzannecooke]

virgin wool is wool that is not recycled - its last home was on a sheep.

[annemousseau]

Hi Flouche floss is great for snow of large blocks of color. thank you for video.

[JoanneBerndsen]

Thanks ! I really enjoyed watching ! I smiled when it came to the metallic threads :) How frustrating the one is ! But I had a project that really called for that look. Then came DMC Diamant ! Game changer ! Love working with it ! Worked my way through 6 spools whithout any frustrated wastage ! Thanks for the mouline etoile review :) It just caught my eye earlier this week. Your satin stitch looks great !

[katalintimeaborsos]

I've been crocheted, knitted and weaved for a while now. I just gotten into embroidery, but it is such a happy coincidence that I have a lot of leftover 800m/100g lace yarn, silk and silk-wool, that I can't really start bigger projects, but perfect for embroidery! I don't use ot for practice, but I tried the texture.

I love your videos, happy to find your channel! Thank you!