Aurifil Color Builder 50wt 3pc Set Pompeii Red AC50CP3-002

Aurifil Color Builder 50wt 3pc Set – Pompeii Red AC50CP3-002

The Aurifil Color Builder Pompeii Red set is a rich trio of red 50wt cotton threads inspired by the glowing tones of ancient Pompeii. This curated collection gives you three harmonious shades of red, perfect for piecing, quilting, topstitching, and decorative stitching where you want your thread to stand out.

Aurifil’s 50wt/2ply thread is the brand’s most versatile and popular cotton thread, wound on the iconic orange spool. Strong, thin, and low-lint, it delivers remarkably flat, crisp seams and beautiful quilting results on both domestic and longarm machines.

Key Features

• Includes 3 large spools of Aurifil 50wt/2ply cotton thread
• Thread colors: 5002, 2250, and 1103 (three coordinating reds)
• Strong, thin, low-lint thread for flat seams and clean stitches
• Ideal for piecing, subtle or bold quilting, and topstitching
• Also suitable for applique, machine embroidery, lace, and dense background quilting

Specifications

• Brand/Vendor: Aurifil USA, Inc.
• Collection: Color Builder
• Set name: Pompeii Red
• Thread weight: 50wt / 2ply
• Fiber content: 100% cotton
• Spool size: 1422 yards (1300 meters) per spool
• Number of spools: 3
• Color: Red
• Use: Thread collection for sewing and quilting
• SKU: AC50CP3-002
• Barcode: 0499990207825

Perfect For

• Quilters and sewists who love red accents and tonal red palettes
• Piecing, quilting, topstitching, and machine embroidery in coordinating reds
• Building a themed red thread collection to match a wide range of fabrics

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What needle size works best with Aurifil 50wt thread?
A: A Universal 80/12 or Microtex 80/12 needle is generally recommended for 50wt thread on quilting cottons and similar light- to medium-weight fabrics.

Q: Can I use this thread for both piecing and quilting?
A: Yes. Aurifil 50wt is excellent for both piecing and quilting, creating fine, smooth stitches and subtle texture on your quilt surface.

Q: Is this thread suitable for machine embroidery?
A: Yes. While many embroiderers use rayon or polyester, Aurifil 50wt cotton also works beautifully for softer, matte-finish machine embroidery and outline designs.