Mouliné Spécial 117MC YELLOW - DMC

Mouliné Spécial DMC 117MC Yellow – 6-Strand Mercerized Cotton Embroidery Floss

100% double-mercerized cotton | 8 metres – 6 divisible strands | Cross stitch and creative embroidery

📋 Key features

• Composition100% double-mercerized cotton
• Skein weight2 grams
• Length8 metres per skein
• Number of strands6 easily divisible strands
• ColourYellow (REF. 117MC), sunny shade
• Recommended needleEmbroidery needle No. 24–26
• WashingWithstands temperatures up to 95°C and bleaching
• Ideal forCross stitch, creative embroidery, decorations

🧵 The thread

Mouliné Spécial DMC is the world's best-selling embroidery thread: DMC sells one million skeins every day. This version in a sunny yellow shade (REF. 117MC) is perfect if you're looking for a bright, vibrant colour, ideal for summer, floral and decorative embroidery. The cotton's double mercerization gives it a superior silky lustre compared with standard threads, making every stitch more defined and visible.

Each skein contains 8 metres of thread divisible into 6 strands, allowing you to customise the thickness of your embroidery to suit the fabric and technique. On 14-count Aida fabric, 2–3 strands are typically used for cross stitch, while finer details or embroidery on linen can be worked with a single strand.

🧬 Technical composition: why it works

DMC uses long-staple Egyptian cotton, considered the world's finest for strength and softness. This type of fibre dramatically reduces the risk of breakage while embroidering and glides smoothly through fabric. The long fibres also allow for a more even twist, resulting in neater, more defined stitches.

Double mercerization is what sets Mouliné DMC apart from budget threads: the cotton is treated twice with caustic soda to swell the fibres and close the surface scales. The result is a thread that reflects light evenly, does not turn dull with washing, and retains its brightness even after years. Highly colourfast dyes withstand washing at temperatures up to 95°C and bleaching, making this thread ideal for household linens that will be washed frequently.

📦 Skein format and coverage

Each skein contains 8 metres of thread and weighs 2 grams. When working with 2 strands on 14-count Aida fabric, one skein covers approximately 400–500 cross stitches, enough for small decorative motifs or to complete one colour section in larger patterns. For larger projects such as tablecloths or embroidered pictures, allow approximately 1 skein for every 10 × 10 cm of solid coverage.

Yellow provides less coverage than darker shades: on light fabrics, you may need to work with 3 strands instead of 2 for full coverage. For large projects, always buy skeins from the same dye lot, as variations between lots are more noticeable in light, bright colours like yellow.

🧶 Recommended technique

For cross stitch on 14-count Aida fabric, use 2–3 strands with a No. 24 embroidery needle. Yellow often requires one more strand than darker colours to achieve the same coverage. On 28-count linen (stitched over 2 threads), use 2 strands with a No. 26 needle. For decorative satin stitch or stem stitch, 3–4 strands give a fuller, more visible effect.

Always separate the strands before threading the needle: even if you're using all 6, separate and then recombine them. This removes the skein's twist and allows the strands to lie parallel, creating flatter, more even stitches. DMC thread also glides easily through tightly woven fabrics, thanks to mercerization, which reduces friction.

✨ Why choose Mouliné DMC Yellow

The main problem with inexpensive yellow threads is that they fade quickly: after just a few washes, they lose their brightness and turn dull. Mouliné DMC solves this problem with certified, highly colourfast dyes: the yellow stays bright even after dozens of washes at 60–95°C. This makes it ideal for tablecloths, towels and household linens that will be washed frequently.

The sunny yellow shade 117MC is warm and vibrant without being harsh: it works perfectly for summer embroidery, floral motifs (sunflowers, mimosa, daffodils) and spring decorations. Double mercerization makes the colour more saturated and reflective than untreated threads, creating an almost luminous effect that stands out even on light fabrics.

🎨 What you can make

DMC 117MC yellow is perfect for cross-stitch designs with summer and spring themes: the sun, sunflowers, lemons, butterflies, chicks and bees. It also works beautifully for floral decorations on kitchen linens (tablecloths, tea towels, pot holders) and for personalising children's clothes with cheerful, colourful motifs.

👩‍🎨 Who it's for

Mouliné DMC is ideal for beginners because it glides easily through fabric without knotting or breaking, even in less experienced hands. The 6 strands separate without fraying, and the thread's sheen makes even small mistakes visible, helping you improve your technique. For those who have been embroidering for years, DMC's consistent quality delivers professional results and reliable colour matching across different dye lots.

This colour is especially popular with those who embroider spring and summer seasonal patterns, personalise baby layettes with sunny motifs, and create country- or shabby-chic-style home decorations. Embroiderers who sell their work also choose DMC for its proven durability.

🧼 Care and maintenance

• WashingMachine washable up to 95°C
• BleachingResistant to chlorine bleach
• Spin cycleNormal spin cycle, no restrictions
• DryingAir-dry or tumble-dry
• IroningIron at medium-high temperature
• StorageStore away from direct light

📌 Important note

📊 Technical specifications