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Nishikiito

Nishikiito Metallic Thread

Japanese-made metallic embroidery thread.

Five distinctive finishes.
48 colors.

Crafted using techniques inspired by Kyoto’s kimono gold-thread craftsmanship.

Sometimes only a few stitches are enough to transform an entire design.

Colorful COSMO Nishikiito metallic thread spools

Five Finishes, Five Distinctive Expressions

Every metallic finish reflects light differently.

Nishikiito is available in five distinctive finishes, each designed to create a unique visual effect—from refined metallic sheen and brilliant sparkle to subtle iridescence, soft pastel shimmer, and vivid fluorescent color.

Choose the finish that best complements your embroidery.

Nishiki

Round Twist · Approx. 5–6 Count · 18 Colors

The most traditional metallic finish in the collection.

Metallic film is tightly wound around the core to create a refined, understated sheen with controlled reflection. A vacuum-steam straightening process helps maintain smooth handling during stitching.

Selected colors feature genuine silver film, while colors 18–23 combine genuine silver with laminated Mino washi for added durability.

Material
Nylon / Polyester / Metallic Film
Tatting lace snowflake made with Nishiki metallic thread in color 06 Asagi
Tatting lace

Mirror

Tasuki Twisted · Approx. 14 Count · 6 Colors

The brightest, most reflective finish in the collection.

Two metallic threads are twisted together to create crisp, high-impact brilliance while remaining smooth enough to glide repeatedly through fabric. Ideal when bold metallic highlights are an essential part of the design.

Material
100% Nylon
Cross-stitch Christmas wreath detail showing Mirror thread accent on ribbon and bells
Paired with COSMO No. 25

Iridescent

Tasuki Twisted · Approx. 11 Count · 12 Colors

Soft color that shifts with the light.

A semi-transparent metallic film creates delicate, opal-like reflections that change with the viewing angle. Instead of strong sparkle, it adds subtle depth and movement that evolve as the light changes.

Material
100% Polyester
Heart-shaped ornament with bullion-stitch flowers embroidered using Iridescent metallic thread
Bullion-stitch ornament

Champagni

Tasuki Twisted · Approx. 10 Count · 6 Colors

Gentle metallic sparkle in pastel tones.

Inspired by the fine bubbles of champagne, this finish scatters delicate metallic highlights through soft pastel colors. Its cupro blend provides a silky hand for smooth, comfortable stitching during extended projects.

Material
81% Cupro / 19% Polyester
Six pastel pin cushions embroidered with Champagni metallic thread in various stitch patterns
Pastel pin cushions

Neoni

Tasuki Twisted · Approx. 25 Count · 6 Colors

Maximum visibility with fluorescent color.

Designed to stand out immediately, even in small amounts. Ultra-fine fluorescent strands create vivid accents, while multiple strands can be combined to adjust both thickness and visual impact.

Material
100% Polyester
Four covered buttons with fluorescent cross-stitch patterns in pink, purple, green, and orange Neoni thread
Fluorescent covered buttons

Every metallic finish reflects light differently. Explore the Nishikiito collection and discover the finish that best complements your next embroidery project.

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