Stitch smooth, raised texture with DMC Pearl Cotton Size 5, a highly mercerized 100% cotton thread twisted into a lustrous, non-divisible skein with a soft, silky hand. Each 25 m (27 yd) skein in Colour 961 is colourfast and designed not to fluff or kink, helping your stitches stay crisp and even. Ideal for embroidery, cross-stitch, needlepoint, appliqué, and decorative edging when you want extra dimension and clean definition.