DMC Pearl Cotton is a strong, soft thread with a smooth, twisted finish that creates a pearly sheen for everyday decorative stitching in embroidery, needlepoint, and crochet. This Size 5 ball (Article 116) provides 53 yd (48.5 m) of non-divisible cotton thread in colour 553 for bold, dimensional details. The tight twist helps stitches look crisp and defined for hardanger, blackwork, smocking, and appliqué.