Fiber Details: Elegance, from Rainbow Gallery, is a tightly twisted silk Single stranded which is equivalent to pearl #8 Strong, and wear resistant Adds shine to your work 57 Colors that match Splendor and Grandeur 100% Silk 20 yards Made in Switzerland Tips and Tricks For best results, use shorter lengths and to maintain the twist and shine as you stitch. As with all silks, snagging the fiber is common. There are several things you can do to minimize thread damage. Always use a new needle. Surprisingly the eye of the needle can get barbs over time that will snag your thread. Rough hands? Use a stitching lotion and keep your fingers smooth Always tape the edges of your canvas If using wooden stretcher bars, make sure there are no rough areas that will snag your thread. Recommended Use: 13 mesh use one strand 18 mesh use one strand Colors displayed in photos may vary based on monitor settings, and changes introduced during manufacturing. Photos are provided as a reference and not a guarantee of color tone.