10401 German Granite Glide Polyester Thread - 5,500 yards King Spool

The 10401 German Granite Glide Polyester Thread — 5,500 yards King Spool is a rich, medium-dark slate grey longarm quilting thread from Hab+Dash. German Granite is a sophisticated warm-grey — darker than medium grey, with a slight earthy, stone-like warmth that distinguishes it from the cooler grey family. It blends beautifully on charcoal, slate, and warm-grey fabric backings.

Product Details

• Color: 10401 German Granite — a medium-dark, earthy slate grey with a slight warm undertone
• 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 is German Granite and what makes it unique in the Glide grey range?

German Granite is a darker grey with a subtle warm, stone-like quality — like the color of aged granite. It’s neither a cool grey nor a true warm grey, but something between: earthy, sophisticated, and versatile across warm and cool palettes.

What fabric colors does German Granite blend with best?

German Granite is at home on dark grey, charcoal, slate, taupe, warm grey, and many multi-colored modern quilts. It’s slightly warmer than most cool greys, making it work across both warm and cool fabric palettes.

How does German Granite compare to Smoke (15315)?

Smoke (15315) is cooler and slightly darker. German Granite has more warmth. Both are in the medium-dark grey range; choose German Granite when the backing has a warm undertone and Smoke when it’s cool or neutral.

What bobbin thread pairs best with German Granite Glide?

A medium grey or dark grey Magna-Glide bobbin provides the closest match. On neutral or light backings, a cream or grey bobbin also works acceptably.

Can German Granite be used for all-over pantograph quilting on a variety of quilt types?

Yes — its position between warm and cool grey makes it one of the more versatile mid-dark neutrals. Studios that quilt a mix of traditional and modern quilts often find German Granite works across more backing colors than a strictly cool or warm grey.