Madeira FS Metallic Threads

FS Metallic Machine Embroidery Thread – FS Metallic

When your design calls for the ultimate in embroidery enhancement, there’s no substitute for the very best.  Madeira FS Metallic machine embroidery threads offer the luxury required for the highest level of stitched embellishment.  Designed for golden moments, FS Metallic threads feature real silver foils wrapped around a polyamide, polyester or a viscose core, providing stunning metallic effects and impressive durability. 

Unique among thread manufacturers, Madeira designs, develops and produces these spectacular metallic machine embroidery threads according to the highest and most rigorous standards in the industry. For you, that means the FS Metallic threads you use will add unparalleled brilliance and shine, transforming your embroidery projects into works of art.  FS Metallic’s gorgeous true metallic shine will add refined elegance and sophistication wherever you use it.Whether you're aiming for subtle shimmer or bold accents, FS Metallic threads provide the perfect finishing touch for any project.

FS Metallic Machine Embroidery Thread – FS 40

Use FS #40 to elevate your embroidery projects to new heights. FS #40 Metallic machine embroidery thread offers a smooth and supple finish ideal for sophisticated embroidery designs on almost any fabric. Its twist construction wrapped around a polyamide core ensures a true metallic thread that runs smoothly and stitches consistently. Whether your designs require a restrained shimmer or brilliant areas of metallic shine, FS #40’s unparalleled brilliance communicates fine luxury and exceptional quality. 

Color Variety:  Available in 21 golds, silvers and other vibrant metallic shades.

Material: Metallized polyester

Usage: Ideal for adding a bit of contrasting shine or full metallic designs

Texture: Smooth metallic

Versatile Applications: Enhancing logos, imagery and almost any embroidery design. Great for dance, cheer and other activities, as well as holiday applications and fashion.

Super Powers:

Durability: Far more durable than other metallic embroidery threads, FS Metallic’s uniquely-developed wrap construction that utilizes a special paper to prevent the metallized foil from shifting and exposing the polyamide core.

Aesthetic: Can be used to add subtle shine or bold accents to designs

Performance: Runs great with only minimal adjustments: a slight adjustment tension settings and slowing the machine speed is generally all that is needed for excellent performance.

Oeko-Tex® Certified: Ensures the absence of harmful substances.

Digitizing Specifications: 4.0/.40

Needle Recommendations: Suitable for embroidery needle sizes 65/9, 70/10, 75/11.

Product Sizes Available:

Large Snap Cones: 5500-yard cones, item 986-(colors).

Small Snap Barrel Spools: 1100-yard spools, item 985-(colors).

Storage: For long-lasting machine embroidery thread quality, it's crucial to store the thread in a cool, dry environment, protected from dust, heat, and humidity.This practice helps maintain the thread's integrity and performance over time.

FS Metallic Machine Embroidery Thread – FS 30

For garments that need to shine, but are also exposed to outdoor elements and hard-wearing conditions, FS #30 Metallic machine embroidery thread is the answer.  Offering the highest abrasion resistance among smooth metallic threads in the industry, this specialty thread is incredibly durable, withstanding stone washing, chlorine, bleaching, and harsh laundering at temperatures up to 203°F. Its robustness also makes it ideal for linens and other items subject to commercial laundering, ensuring long-lasting quality and performance.

Color Variety: Available in 20 golds, silvers and other vibrant metallic shades and jewel colors.

Material: Metallized polyester

Usage: Adding shine to garments that will be subjected to harsh laundering, bleach and outdoor elements.

Texture: Smooth metallic

Versatile Applications: Enhancing logos, imagery and almost any embroidery design. Great for dance, cheer and other activities, as well as holiday applications and fashion.

Super Powers:

Durability: Withstands stone washing, chlorine, bleaching, and harsh laundering at temperatures up to 203°F.  Holds up to harsh outdoor exposure.

Aesthetic: Can be used to add subtle shine or bold accents to designs.

Performance: Runs great with only minimal adjustments: a slight adjustment tension settings, switching to a larger needle and slowing the machine speed is generally all that is needed for excellent performance.

Oeko-Tex® Certified: Ensures the absence of harmful substances.

Digitizing Specifications: 5.0/.50

Needle Recommendations: Best suited for a 90/14 embroidery needle.

Product Sizes Available:

Large Snap Cones: 5500-yard cones, item 979-(colors).

Mini Snap Cones: NA

Storage: For long-lasting machine embroidery thread quality, it's crucial to store the thread in a cool, dry environment, protected from dust, heat, and humidity. This practice helps maintain the thread's integrity and performance over time.

FS Metallic Machine Embroidery Thread – FS 20

Elegant, soft and smooth describes Madeira FS #20 Metallic.  It owes its softness from velvety spun rayon wrapped with an extra fine metallized foil. Its heavier weight makes FS #20 ideal for outlining and accent stitching, and comes in unique color blends, which add visual interest; some shade combinations can even provide an elegant vintage or antique look. Exceptionally gentle against the skin, FS #20 is ideal for stitching embellishments on apparel, children’s wear and home décor.  When you’re looking for something a little different in metallic thread, Madeira FS #20 Metallic embroidery threads deliver exceptional quality and something uniquely beautiful.

Color Variety: Available in 26 vintage golds, silvers, jewels and metal colors

Material: Soft rayon core with thin polyester foils

Usage: Decorative stitches, outlining, bulky embroidery, elegant embroidery on fashion wear, children’s wear, home décor, promotional wear and corporate wear.

Texture: Smooth metallic colors with a visible black core that adds a vintage variegated look

Versatile Applications: Enhancing logos, slogans and almost any embroidery design.

Super Powers: 

Aesthetic: Adds subtle shine and bold accents to designs, silky softness in a heavier weight thread

Performance: Minimal adjustments needed: a larger needle, adjust the tension and slow the machine speed down

Oeko-Tex® Certified: Ensures the absence of harmful substances.

Digitizing Specifications: 5.0/.50

Needle Recommendations: Suitable for embroidery needle size 100/16

Product Sizes Available:

Large Snap Cones: NA

Small Snap Barrel Spools: 612-yard spools, item 981-(colors).

Storage: For long-lasting machine embroidery thread quality, it's crucial to store the thread in a cool, dry environment, protected from dust, heat, and humidity. This practice helps maintain the thread's integrity and performance over time.