Rainbow Gallery Sparkle Braid is a very fine, tightly twisted 4-strand metallic braid that is very easy to use. It is much easier to control than filament. One strand equals about two strands of blending filament. It is an excellent carry along thread to use with cotton and silk flosses. It has a wonderful two-tone sparkle that shows up well alone or combined with other threads. Makes beautiful French Knots and twisted cords. Needlepoint takes two strands for 18 mesh canvas.