Cotton Perlé No. 8 – Color 339 – 100% Cotton Embroidery Thread – 10 g Ball – by Anchor
Anchor Cotton Perlé No. 8 is a high-quality embroidery thread appreciated for its soft sheen, smooth structure, and durability. Made from 100% mercerized cotton, it ensures even, well-defined stitches, making it suitable for both decorative and traditional embroidery work.
As a non-divisible thread, Perlé cotton is ideal for techniques where the thread remains visible, adding texture and relief to the design. The No. 8 thickness offers a balanced result—fine enough for detail, yet substantial enough to create dimension—perfect for Hardanger, surface embroidery, and cross-stitch accents.
This vintage Anchor cotton ball reflects traditional European manufacturing quality. The practical 10 g ball format allows smooth handling and helps reduce tangling during stitching.
Vintage item, well preserved. Minor signs of aging may be present due to storage over time.
Details:
- Color: 339
- Thickness: No. 8
- Material: 100% mercerized cotton
- Weight: 10 g
- Thread Type: Perlé cotton, non-divisible
- Name: Cotton Perlé No. 8
- Type: Solid / Single-color
- Brand: Anchor
- Ideal for: Hand embroidery, Hardanger, traditional embroidery, cross-stitch, decorative sewing
- Condition: Vintage, well-preserved (minor signs of aging possible)
- Origin: Made in Germany
Needle Recommendations: Use embroidery or tapestry needles. For cross-stitch on 14–18 count fabric, needles No. 24–26 are suitable; for finer fabrics, use No. 26–28. For traditional embroidery or Hardanger, embroidery needles No. 5–9 are recommended.
Tips: Work with thread lengths of about 45–50 cm (fingertip to elbow) to prevent tangling and ensure smooth stitching. Since Cotton Perlé No. 8 is non-divisible, adjust stitch density to control texture and coverage. The mercerized finish enhances the thread’s sheen, making it ideal for raised stitches and decorative details. For best preservation, hand-wash finished pieces gently.
