70001 Cardinal Glide Polyester Thread - 5,500 yards King Spool
The 70001 Cardinal Glide Polyester Thread — 5,500 yards King Spool is a vivid, classic true red longarm quilting thread from Hab+Dash. Cardinal is one of the most essential reds in the Glide line — a bright, clean, classic red without orange or purple overtones — making it the go-to thread for patriotic quilts, Christmas designs, and any project requiring a pure, unforgettable red.
Product Details
- Color: 70001 Cardinal — a vivid, classic true red, bright and clean
- Weight: 40wt trilobal polyester — industry standard for longarm quilting
- Yardage: 5,500 yards on a king-size spool
- Fiber: 100% trilobal polyester — high sheen, low lint, excellent strength
- Compatibility: All longarm machines and most domestic sewing machines
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Cardinal the go-to red for longarm quilting?
- Cardinal is a clean, true red without noticeable orange or purple bias — it reads as the most “pure red” in the Glide collection. This neutrality makes it extremely versatile: it blends on red fabrics across a range of red shades and provides bold contrast on white or cream backgrounds without a color cast.
- What quilts is Cardinal best suited for?
- Cardinal is essential for patriotic red-white-and-blue quilts, Christmas and holiday quilts, and any quilt featuring bright, clean red fabric as a primary color. It’s also the default red for studios that need a reliable, versatile production red.
- How does Cardinal compare to Imperial Red (71797) and Lipstick (91787)?
- Imperial Red has a slightly more formal, slightly deeper quality. Lipstick is a pure, cool true red. Cardinal is the most classic and balanced — a timeless quilting red without specific warm or cool bias.
- What bobbin pairs best with Cardinal?
- A bright red Magna-Glide bobbin is the best match. On neutral or light backings, cream or grey bobbins work acceptably.
- Is Cardinal a year-round thread?
- Yes — red is used across all seasons for patriotic, holiday, floral, and decorative quilts. Cardinal is one of the most versatile production colors in any longarm studio.
