With thread, the higher or larger the number of the thread, the thinner it is. For example, size 3 is a thicker thread than a size 40 and a size 80 is smaller than a size 40. Refer to the images below for a comparison of all five sizes of the Lizbeth® brand thread.

Need to know what size of thread is needed for your crochet hook/tatting needle/knitting needle? Check out this chart before you start your next project.

To help give you a visual representation of thread sizes and their impact on your craft project, compare the tatted samples below. You might also be interested in our discussion on choosing the right thread for your project.

Check out our color chart for a list view of the Lizbeth threads. Lizbeth is a premium thread for all needle art projects! It is a crochet cotton made of 100% Egyptian cotton and is a 6-cord cordonnet available in a large assortment of solid and multi colors.

"True" tatting threads are considered to be Sizes 70 and 80 (very fine). All other size threads on the market are referred to as "crochet cotton." Mercerizing during manufacture makes thread more receptive to dyeing so it accepts and holds color well and is almost always colorfast.

Jul 29, 2023 · Here you see a collection of threads that is very suitable to work with. It is quite thin, which also makes your projects look very fine and delicate. Here you see Altın Başak Renkli Dantel İpliği size 50 (Dantel İpliği means lace yarn).

Aug 18, 2020 · I finally managed to put together a chart for the Threads That Bind Doily. This would be the largest tatting chart that I have drawn (14 rounds). It was not easy; I had to restart a few few times because the rings and chains didn't come out in proportion to each other the way I …

Tatting threads are specialized; they need to be strong, smooth, of a good sheen and easy to work with. This article provides some tips on choosing tatting threads. Choose thread that is tightly twisted and highly mercerized. The thread must be smooth and firm.

Karen has prepared a photo tutorial with each individual thread brand, recent and vintage, compared side by side with the new Lizbeth. Excellent tool. Lizbeth thread info [offsite link]

Jul 17, 2014 · You can use any size thread to tat any tatting pattern; the lace will simply be larger or smaller. However, the exception is in the case of a design with beads, the size of the tatting needs to stay in proportion to the size of the beads.