The 30532 Eclipse Glide Polyester Thread — 5,500 yards King Spool is a deep, near-black blue-black longarm quilting thread from Hab+Dash. Eclipse is so dark that it reads as near-black in most quilting applications, yet maintains a subtle blue quality that makes it distinctly richer and more complex than pure black thread. It’s the choice for dramatic, moody quilts where pure black might feel flat.
Product Details
- Color: 30532 Eclipse — a very deep, near-black blue-black
- 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
- How does Eclipse differ from Black (11001) Glide?
- Eclipse is a near-black blue — it reads as essentially black in most conditions but has a subtle blue quality that adds richness and complexity. On very dark navy or black fabrics, Eclipse blends beautifully; on lighter fabrics, it reads as dramatic dark thread with a slight cool blue cast.
- When would I choose Eclipse over Black?
- Choose Eclipse when the quilt has very dark blue, indigo, or near-black fabric content where a subtle blue-black thread blends more naturally than pure black. It’s also a sophisticated choice for dramatic modern quilts where you want near-black thread with depth.
- Is Eclipse suitable for wholecloth quilting on black or very dark fabric?
- Yes — Eclipse on black or near-black fabric creates a barely-visible dimensional effect from the Glide sheen, producing elegant texture without any color contrast.
- What bobbin pairs best with Eclipse?
- A black or very dark navy Magna-Glide bobbin provides the best match. On dark backings, the slight color difference between Eclipse and black is imperceptible.
- Does Eclipse work well as a production thread for dark modern quilts?
- Yes — for studios that regularly quilt very dark modern quilts, Eclipse provides a thread that handles near-black, deep navy, and dark charcoal backing fabrics with tonal blending that pure black sometimes can’t achieve.
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