Aurifil's Mako Cotton thread in 50wt is the most versatile and popular cotton thread, perfect for quilting, english paper piecing (EPP), machine embroidery, applique, and much more. Mako Cotton Thread is a 2-ply, long-staple Egyptian Cotton that has been mercerized to strengthen the thread and give it a lustrous sheen. Aurifil Mako Cotton Thread is available in a wide variety of colors, and each spool contains 1,422 yards (1000m).