Aurifil Cotton Thread — Peacock 6738 — Medium 40wt Cut Loose Press 4-3/4 yards background fabric

4-3/4 yards background fabric

tote bag and patchwork quilt

there is an option to use leftover strips for a scrappy binding instead of yardage

Try Kona Shitake or Kona Ash

Aurifil Cotton Thread — Peacock 6738 — Medium 40wt Cut Loose Press 4-3/4 yards background fabricAurifil thread is known among quilters as the best cotton thread you can find due to its versatility, strength, lustrous colour, and the fact that it produces virtually no lint. The 50wt thread is wound on an orange spool is the ideal weight for piecing because it results in flat, non bulky seams. It is a fine, strong thread that virtually disappears. The 40wt thread is wound on a green spool. Because of its slightly thicker weight, it is perfect for