Mouliné Spécial 117MC ORANGE - DMC

Mouliné Spécial DMC 117MC Orange – 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss, 8m, 6 Strands

100% mercerized cotton | 8 meters – 6 separable strands | Cross-stitch and traditional embroidery

📋 Key features

• Composition100% long-staple cotton, double mercerized
• Skein weight2 grams
• Length8 meters per skein
• Strands6 easily separable strands
• Recommended needleEmbroidery needle No. 24–26
• Recommended fabricAida 14 ct (2 strands) – Aida 16 ct (3 strands)
• WashingUp to 95°C, chlorine-resistant
• CertificationOekoTex Standard 100

🧵 The thread

Mouliné Spécial DMC 117MC Orange is the world's best-selling embroidery floss: DMC produces more than one million skeins a day. This thread, made from 100% long-staple cotton, undergoes double mercerization, a process that gives it a silky sheen and superior strength. The orange shade in the 117MC range is perfect for warm, vibrant, seasonal embroidery: poppies, calendulas, pumpkins, autumn leaves and sunny details.

Each skein contains 8 meters of thread made up of 6 easily separable strands. Use 1 to 6 strands to adjust the thickness of your embroidery: 2 strands are ideal for cross-stitch on Aida 14 ct, and 3 strands on Aida 16 ct for greater coverage. The thread glides smoothly through the needle, does not twist and retains its shape even after repeated washing.

🧬 Technical composition: why it works

The long-staple cotton used by DMC comes from the world's finest cotton-growing regions, primarily Egypt. The long fibers ensure tensile strength, smooth stitching and a uniform surface that reflects light evenly. Double mercerization sets the dyes deep into the fibers, making the thread lightfast and washable at temperatures up to 95°C.

OekoTex Standard 100 certification guarantees that the thread is free from harmful substances: it is safe for skin and suitable for children's projects and garments worn directly against the body. This certified quality sets Mouliné DMC apart from budget threads: it does not fray, bleed or break while stitching.

📦 Skein size and yield

The 8-meter skein weighs 2 grams and contains enough thread for approximately 200–250 complete cross-stitches using 2 strands on Aida 14 ct. For a small decorative motif (5 × 5 cm), 1–2 skeins are enough; a medium-sized piece (15 × 15 cm) requires about 4–6, depending on the design's density and the number of strands used.

For larger projects, always buy all the skeins of the same color at once: even when the color code is identical, slight differences can occur between production batches. DMC guarantees color consistency within the same batch, but not across different batches.

🧶 Recommended techniques

For cross-stitch, use a blunt-tipped embroidery needle No. 24–26: the large eye lets 2–3 strands pass through without fraying the thread, while the rounded tip slips between the fabric holes without piercing the fibers. On Aida 14 ct (55 holes per 10 cm), use 2 strands for standard coverage; on Aida 16 ct (63 holes per 10 cm), use 3 strands for the same visual density.

For freehand embroidery on closely woven fabrics (linen, cotton, blends), use sharp-pointed needles No. 7–9 and vary the number of strands to achieve your desired effect: 1–2 strands for fine outlines and details, 4–6 strands for solid fills and bold lettering. Mouliné DMC is also perfect for long stitch, stem stitch, satin stitch and decorative borders.

✨ Why choose Mouliné DMC 117MC

Mouliné DMC solves the most common problems with budget threads: it does not break while stitching, fray after just a few passes through the needle or lose color in the first wash. You'll notice the difference straight away: the thread glides smoothly, does not knot and maintains even tension across the entire embroidery. That means less time spent redoing stitches and a neater finished result.

The 500-color range of the 117MC line is the international standard for embroidery: all professional patterns list DMC codes, making it easy to find exactly the shade you need. The thread's sheen adds depth to embroidery, creating light and shadow effects that matte threads cannot achieve.

🎨 What you can make

Orange is perfect for autumnal seasonal embroidery (pumpkins, leaves, fruit), warm floral motifs (poppies, calendulas, sunflowers), Halloween and Thanksgiving decorations, and vibrant lettering and borders on household linens. It's also ideal for clothing accents, personalizing bags and accessories, and embroidering seasonal tablecloths and table runners.

👩‍🎨 Who it's for

This thread is suitable for beginners and experienced embroiderers alike. Beginners appreciate its smoothness and strength: it does not twist or break, making it easier and less frustrating to learn. Experienced stitchers choose DMC for its color consistency between batches and the sheen that brings complex projects to life.

Whether you embroider as a hobby, sell handmade creations, teach embroidery classes or need certified materials for children's projects, Mouliné DMC is the professional standard recognized around the world. Its OekoTex certification also makes it safe for bibs, blankets and baby clothes.

🧼 Care and maintenance

• WashingMachine-washable up to 95°C; colorfast
• BleachingChlorine-resistant (mild bleach)
• Spin cycleYes, no restrictions
• DryingDo not tumble dry; air-dry in the shade
• IroningMedium heat (cotton), on the reverse of the embroidery
• StorageStore in a cool, dry place away from direct light

📌 Important note

📊 Technical specifications