Aurifil Thread – Premium Cotton Quilting Thread

Aurifil thread is widely regarded as the gold standard for cotton quilting thread, trusted by quilters around the world for its strength, smoothness, and reliability. Made in Italy, Aurifil’s premium thread is produced from 100% long-staple Egyptian cotton, commonly referred to as Mako cotton. Mako cotton fibers are longer and finer than standard cotton, which allows Aurifil to create a thread that is exceptionally strong, produces crisp stitches, and generates remarkably low lint while sewing.

Aurifil’s most popular option, 50 weight cotton thread, is considered the ideal choice for patchwork and piecing quilt blocks together. Its thin yet strong construction helps seams lie flat, reduces bulk at intersections, and blends beautifully into fabric for a polished, professional finish. Because it is both durable and versatile, many quilters also use 50wt Aurifil for subtle quilting and light topstitching.

One of the standout features of Aurifil thread is its extensive color range. Aurifil offers a complete palette of colors, making it easy to find the perfect match or contrast for any quilt project. Shabby Fabrics proudly carries all Aurifil colors, available in both small spools for variety and large spools for high-use favorites, along with select three-spool setscurated for convenience.

With its low-lint performance, smooth stitch formation, and consistent quality, Aurifil thread is the preferred choice of the Shabby Fabrics sewing team. Whether you’re piecing a quilt top, sewing blocks with precision, or building a dependable thread stash, Aurifil’s Italian-made Mako cotton thread delivers the finest results for quilters who want the very best.

Check out our huge Quilt Pattern and Quilt Book selection to find your next project and try Aurifil's Cotton thread to see the results for yourself.