You put your heart and soul, and yes, sometimes tears into your beautiful work. Make sure that you are using the best!Choose from over 100+ vibrant Variegates in Perle Cotton Size 5, 8 and 12. Slightly heavier than DMC, for better coverage and a more stunning decorative effect. Valdani Perle(Pearl) Cotton is Colorfast and always hand-dyed. It is perfect for embroidery, crochet, wool applique, embellishment, quilting, rug hooking, and fringe making! The M's are for Multicolor. Size 12 - The Finest Weight -  A finer thread for more definition, in Embroidery, Stitching, Quilting, Crochet, Punchneedle, and heavier Tatting. 109 yards! Size 8 - The Medium Weight - Wonderful for Stitching, Hand Quilting, Appliqué, Crochet, heavier Punchneedle, and Rug-Hooking. 73 yards! Size 5 - The Heaviest Weight - A great weight for bold Stitching, Quilting, Bobbin Work, Crochet, Rug-Hooking, Tassel and Fringe-Making. 45 yards!