As a sewer, we all use thread. Whether we're using it for hand-sewing or putting it into our machine, we are very familiar with thread. But when using it, we tend to not think about how it is made and what fibers it can come in. I've done a lot of research on thread and I would love to share it with you! Thread is a tightly twisted strand of two or more plys of yarn. It is used to sew together garments, accessories and more. A collection of yarns (or threads) is also used to weave together fabric, whether it is woven or knitted. Thread comes in a variety of materials. As a "common" sewer, many of us are used to polyester or polyester/cotton threads. But threads also come in wool, silk, and many other contents. NATURAL FIBERS: 1. Animal: wool, silk, hair 2. Plant (vegetable): cotton, flax, jute, wool, bamboo, etc. MAN-MADE FIBERS: 1. Regenerated Cellulose: rayon, acetate 2. Mineral: glass, metallic 3. Synthetic: polyeste