423 Straw — The Natural Grass Yellow
So Fine! 423 Straw is the warm light yellow-tan of dried straw — a naturally aged colour that reads as warm and organic rather than vivid. For country, farmhouse, and natural-aesthetic quilts where the yellow should feel as warmly grounded as the farm material it's named for. Lighter and more yellow than 405 Cashew, lighter and more tan than 420 Daffodil.
Top 10 Uses
- Natural yellow-tan and straw-colour fabrics
- Country and farmhouse aesthetic quilts
- Grain and harvest palette production
- Tone-on-tone on warm yellow-tan fabric
- Mixed warm natural palette quilts
- Heritage reproduction quilts
- Studio warm yellow-tan thread
- Completing the warm natural family
- Bridging Cashew and Daffodil for warm light yellow-tan
- Natural outdoor and field aesthetic quilts
#50 weight, 3-ply polyester. 3,280 yards. Colour: Straw (423).
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Straw the right choice over Cashew?
When the fabric carries visible yellow — straw, wheat, and grain-toned fabrics make pure tan Cashew read slightly flat. On neutral naturals without the yellow cast, Cashew remains the match.
Is Straw a good allover thread for farmhouse quilts?
Yes — its aged yellow-tan blends across the wheat, cream, and warm neutral fabrics that anchor farmhouse palettes, and the matte finish keeps the homespun look authentic.
What bobbin pairs best with So Fine! 423 Straw?
A fine natural or light tan polyester bobbin — Bottom Line in natural, or a Light Tan pre-wound on muslin backings — keeps both faces quiet at balanced tension.