DMC Pearl Cotton Size 8 is a highly mercerized, twisted, non-divisible cotton thread on a ball for crisp, detailed stitching. Each ball provides 80 m (87 yd) of 100% cotton with a smooth sheen for embroidery, needlepoint, hardanger, blackwork, smocking, and crochet. Colour 926 is colourfast is colourfast for long-lasting results, and it is made in France. Use it to add subtle texture and definition to borders, monograms, and decorative stitches.