Organic Cotton Thread – 3 Spool Sets, 50wt 500yds | Scanfil

A curated palette of the finest organic thread. Scanfil has spun thread in the Netherlands since 1970, and these 3-spool sets bring their GOTS-certified organic cotton to your machine in coordinated colorways — mercerized, ultra-smooth, very low in lint, and strong.

Quantity: 3 spools per set
Length: 500 yds (457 m) per spool — 1,500 yds total
Weight: 50/2 wt
Fiber: 100% Extra Long Staple Organic Pima cotton, grown without chemical pesticides; natural dyes and lubricants
Certifications: GOTS certified organic; OEKO-TEX certified
Spools: Natural wood — biodegradable, with plastic-free recycled-cardboard packaging
Needle: US 12–14 / NM 80–90
Made by: Scanfil — family-owned, founded in the Netherlands in 1970, threads made in Europe

Perfect for: machine and hand sewing, quilting, garment construction, heirloom sewing — and a beautiful gift for the sewist who loves natural fibers.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Why sew with organic cotton thread?

It's grown without chemical pesticides, biodegradable right down to the wooden spool, and mercerized for strength and a silk-like sheen — a natural match for organic and natural-fiber fabrics.

What weight is this thread?

50/2 — a fine all-purpose weight for piecing, garment sewing, and quilting, with combed extra-long-staple fibers that stay strong and very low in lint.

What needle should I use?

US size 12–14 (NM 80–90).

Will these fit my machine?

Yes — the wooden spools fit standard sewing machine spindles.