Glide Thread 17443 Bone Warm Off-White Polyester 5500 Yards King Spool

The 17443 Bone Glide Polyester Thread — 5,500 Yards King Spool is a warm, slightly yellowed off-white longarm quilting thread with the classic quality of aged bone or antique ivory. Bone sits deeper in the warm off-white range than both Cream and Linen — a distinctly antiqued, slightly yellowed warm white that provides tonal blending on antique, aged, and deeply warm off-white backing fabrics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fabrics does Bone complement?

Antique white, aged ivory, warm yellowed off-white, and any backing with the distinctly warm, slightly yellowed quality of vintage or aged fabric. Common in reproduction and antique quilt reproductions.

How does Bone differ from Cream (20001) and Linen (10WG1)?

Bone is the warmest and most yellowed of the three off-whites — deeper and more antique in quality than Cream, warmer than the slightly cool Linen. It fills the specific antique ivory position at the warmest end of the off-white spectrum.

Is Bone appropriate for reproduction quilts?

Yes — Bone is the most authentic thread choice for antique-toned and reproduction quilt backing fabrics where the aged, slightly yellowed quality is important for period-accurate matching.

What bobbin pairs with Bone?

A cream Classic bobbin works acceptably. The WG1 Linen Delights jar is the closest available warm neutral match.

Is Bone a production or specialty color?

For studios regularly quilting with antique and reproduction backing fabrics, Bone fills the warmest off-white position not covered by Cream or Linen.