Retors Mat – Collector’s Box 24 Retro Colors – 100% Cotton – 10 m per Skein – with Included Pénélope Fabric by DMC
The DMC Retors Mat Collector’s Box – 24 Retro Colors is an elegant edition featuring 24 new shades of DMC Retors Mat thread, neatly presented in a refined box, perfect for gifting or collecting. This modern palette combines soft pastels, natural tones, and warm colors, ideal for contemporary embroidery projects, tapestry, weaving, or decorative DIY creations.
The DMC Retors Mat thread is specially designed for half-stitch, cross-stitch, and tapestry techniques. Made from 100% long-staple cotton, combed and flame-treated to remove fuzz, it delivers a smooth, matte, and even finish, while ensuring softness, durability, and excellent stitch definition.
Each box contains 24 skeins of 10 m (color numbers 2020 to 2043) along with a 16 x 22 cm printed Pénélope fabric to start your project right away. The compact and elegant box (29 x 16 x 2 cm) makes it a perfect gift for embroidery, tapestry, weaving, and creative DIY enthusiasts.
Colors: 24 Retro Shades
Length: 10 meters per skein
Composition: 100% long-staple cotton, combed and flame-treated
Strands: Twisted cotton thread
Thread Type: Matte embroidery thread
Name: DMC Retors Mat – Collector’s Box
Type: Solid / Single-Color
Ideal for: Half-stitch, cross-stitch, tapestry, weaving, DIY projects, quilting, appliqué, and creative textile work
Condition: New
Origin: Made in France
Certification: Oeko-Tex® Standard 100
Included: 24 skeins (10 m each) + 16 x 22 cm printed Pénélope fabric for testing colors
Needle Recommendations: Best used with embroidery needles size 5–9 (depending on fabric type and number of strands used). For standard cotton threads like DMC Retors Mat, use a needle appropriate to the fabric count to ensure smooth stitching and precise points.
Tip: Cut each skein into manageable lengths (approx. 30–40 cm / 12–16 inches) before starting your project to prevent tangling and maintain thread quality. Thread the needle carefully and avoid pulling too tightly to preserve the smooth, matte finish of the cotton and ensure even, clean stitches.








