Sewing thread Brother Madeira 1008 viscose 1000 m — ruby black

Brother Madeira 1008 viscose sewing thread in ruby black is a lustrous, high-tenacity thread designed for machine and hand sewing, decorative stitching and embroidery. Supplied in a 1000 m spool, this viscose thread delivers a smooth feed and consistent stitch formation with a glossy finish that accentuates decorative seams and embroidered motifs. It is suitable for a wide range of textile projects where a vibrant, colorfast appearance and reliable performance are required.

Advantages

The viscose composition provides a silk-like sheen that enhances surface detail on garments and accessories while remaining soft to the touch. The thread’s balanced twist and uniform thickness reduce breakage and skipped stitches during high-speed machine work. Colorfast dyeing ensures stable shade retention after laundering when used and cared for according to textile guidelines. The generous 1000 m spool reduces the need for frequent thread changes during larger projects.

Suitable for

• Decorative machine stitching and topstitching on garments and home textiles
• Machine and hand embroidery where a glossy finish is desired
• Accessory construction such as bags, hats and decorative trims
• Light to medium weight fabrics including cotton blends, rayon, silk and polyester

Key specifications

• Material: viscose (rayon) with lustrous finish
• Length per spool: 1000 m
• Color: ruby black (deep dark red-black tone)
• Suitable for: sewing machines and hand sewing
• Recommended fabric weight: light to medium

How to use

Use the thread as you would standard machine or hand sewing thread. Choose an appropriate needle size for the fabric weight—smaller needles for lightweight fabrics and larger needles for heavier textiles—to maintain even stitch formation. When embroidering, test stitch tension on a scrap of the project fabric to adjust machine settings and stabilize the fabric as needed with backing. For hand sewing, knot placement and consistent stitch length will help preserve the thread’s appearance and minimize bulk.

Usage recommendations

Pre-test colorfastness and tension by sewing a sample on the intended fabric and laundering it according to the garment care instructions. Store the spool away from direct sunlight and high humidity to maintain color and tensile properties. For best results in machine embroidery, use appropriate stabilizers and adjust thread tension to prevent puckering and skip stitches.