It’s versatility, strength, lustrous colour and the fact that it produces virtually no lint is the reason Aurifil threads have achieved worldwide success, is adored by a dedicated tribe of quilters, sewists, and textile artists. Originally conceived for the Italian high fashion and luxury bed linen markets, Aurifil are purveyors of 100% Egyptian cotton threads, grown in the Mako' region of Egypt and manufactured in Milano, Italy. Thread is not ‘just’ thread when it’s Aurifil. Aurifil Thread, beautiful thread that glides through fabric easily and has many purposes. Patchwork Piecing, Appliqué, Free Motion Quilting, Edge to Edge Quilting in the Hoop and many more.