Presencia Thread Yardage & Conversion Guide
Use this guide to compare yardage across Presencia thread types and put-ups. Whether you're planning a project, helping customers select the right thread, or finding a suitable substitution, these charts provide approximate meter and yard conversions for popular Presencia products.
All measurements are approximate. Please refer to individual product packaging for complete specifications.
FINCA PERLÉ
| Perlé Size | 5 Gram Ball | 10 Gram Ball |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | NA | 26m - 28yds |
| 5 | NA | 41m - 45yds |
| 8 | NA | 69m - 75yds |
| 12 | 53m - 58yds | 102m - 111yds |
| 16 | 71m - 78yds | 142m - 155yds |
FINCA MOULINÉ EMBROIDERY FLOSS
| Thread Type | Put-Up | Meters | Yards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton 6-Ply Skein | Skein | 8m | 8.75 yds |
| Metallic 6-Ply Skein | Skein | 8m | 8.75 yds |
100% COTTON SEWING THREAD
| Thread Type | Small Spool | Large Spool | 125 Gram Cone |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Weight 3 Ply | NA | 400m - 437yds | 2849 yds |
| 50 Weight 3 Ply | 100m - 109yds | 500m - 547yds | 3797 yds |
| 60 Weight 3 Ply | 100m - 109yds | 600m - 656yds | 4882 yds |
FINCROCHET
| Thread Size | Put-Up | Meters | Yards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 50 Gram Ball | 285m | 312 yds |
| 20 | 50 Gram Ball | 450m | 492 yds |
| 30 | 50 Gram Ball | 595m | 651 yds |
| 40 | 50 Gram Ball | 794m | 868 yds |
| 50 | 50 Gram Ball | 877m | 959 yds |
| 60 | 50 Gram Ball | 1042m | 1140 yds |
| 80 | 50 Gram Ball | 1191m | 1303 yds |
| 100 | 50 Gram Ball | 1389m | 1519 yds |
Perlé to Crochet Size Conversion Chart
Since Perlé thread sizing differs from crochet thread sizing, you can use the guide below when substituting between threads. While these equivalents are not exact, many stitchers have found them to be a helpful reference.
| Perlé Size | Approximate Crochet Size |
|---|---|
| 3 | 5 |
| 5 | 10 |
| 8 | 20 |
| 12 | 30 |
| 16 | 40–50 |
*The conversion chart above is intended as a general guide only. Individual projects and stitch preferences may affect thread selection.
Printable Reference Sheet
Prefer a printed version? Download the original Presencia Yardage Sheet for easy reference in your sewing room, classroom, or retail shop.
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