BRADLEY SILK THREADS

 A modern silk thread designed specifically for needlepoint—offering rich color, smooth stitching, and beautiful, consistent coverage.

OUR STORY

Bradley Silk was created with one goal in mind: to create the best possible stitching experience.

Designed specifically for canvas work, each thread is made from 100% Grade A silk and developed to deliver consistent coverage, vibrant color, and a smooth, easy stitch. From beginners to experienced stitchers, Bradley Silk offers a reliable, elevated thread you can trust on every project.

THE BRADLEY SILK SYSTEM

Three thread types, one simple system—designed to make stitching and color selection easy.

18 COUNT

For 18 mesh needlepoint, Bradley Silk 18 Count provides smooth, even coverage.

13 COUNT

For 13 mesh canvases, Bradley Silk 13 Count offers consistent coverage.

8 PLY

Our most versatile option, Bradley Silk 8-Ply can be adjusted for different mesh sizes and stitching styles.

Over 352 colors, dyed to beconsistent & vibrant.

The same 352 colors across every Bradley Silk thread type.

WHY SILK?

 Silk has long been valued by needlepoint stitchers for its natural sheen, strength, and smooth finish.

Compared to other threads, silk glides more easily through the canvas, making it a pleasure to stitch with, and creating even stitches and beautiful coverage. Its soft luster adds depth and dimension, allowing colors to appear richer and more dynamic on your finished piece.
Durable yet refined, silk is an ideal choice for projects you want to last—and look exceptional.

Understanding Colors & Numbering

Bradley Silk is designed to make selecting colors and thread types simple and consistent across every project.

  • Each color is assigned a core color number (for example, 174), which stays the same across all thread types
  • Thread type is indicated by a number added to the beginning of the color code
  • 8-Ply threads begin with 1 (e.g., 1174)
  • 13 Count threads begin with 3 (e.g., 3174)
  • 18 Count threads begin with 8 (e.g., 8174)
  • This system makes it easy to match colors across different thread types while keeping your palette consistent

Our plied silk thread is available in 15-yard skeins and can be stitched using any number of strands to achieve your desired coverage. For example:

  • Approximately 14.4 square inches on 18 mesh using 4 strands
  • Approximately 9.4 square inches on 13 mesh using 8 strands