71797 Imperial Red Glide Polyester Thread - 5,500 yards King Spool
The 71797 Imperial Red Glide Polyester Thread — 5,500 yards King Spool is a rich, deep, formal red longarm quilting thread from Hab+Dash. Imperial Red has a majestic, slightly darker quality than standard Cardinal — the red of formal regalia and classic velvet drapes — with depth and richness that makes it excellent for sophisticated, jewel-toned quilts.
Product Details
- Color: 71797 Imperial Red — a rich, deep, formal red with regal quality
- 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 Imperial Red different from Cardinal?
- Cardinal (70001) is a clean, balanced bright red. Imperial Red (71797) is slightly deeper and more formal — it has the gravity and richness of ceremonial red rather than the freshness of Cardinal. On very rich, dark red fabrics where Cardinal reads too light or bright, Imperial Red provides better tonal depth.
- What quilt styles suit Imperial Red?
- Imperial Red is excellent for formal and traditional quilts, classic medallion and sampler quilts with rich red borders, holiday quilts where a deep rather than bright red is preferred, and any quilt with a sophisticated, jewel-toned red palette.
- Is Imperial Red a good holiday thread?
- Yes — Imperial Red provides a deeper, more sophisticated alternative to bright Cardinal for Christmas quilts where the red should read as rich and classic rather than bright and cheerful.
- What bobbin pairs best with Imperial Red?
- A deep red or burgundy Magna-Glide bobbin provides the closest match. On neutral backings, grey or cream bobbins work acceptably.
- Can Imperial Red be used on dark Christmas fabric backings?
- Yes — Imperial Red blends naturally on deep red Christmas fabric backings, providing a tonal quilting effect that is particularly elegant on formal holiday quilts.
