262 Pack Embroidery Thread Floss Set Including 200 Colors 8 M/Pcs Cross Stitch Sewing Thread with Floss Bins and 62 Pcs Cross Stitch Tool,4-Tier Transparent Storage Box

Nice small box

So this was a gift when I turned down a package of a different brand multicolor floss. I wanted specifically just one DMC 6 strand floss that the nearest craft store was out of. Because I use custom made patterns that upon making I chose the brand DMC, I needed that brand. out of the choices that was the one Id heard of, the one my grandmother used, and they have a huge selection of colors that reliably look the same, you can find it by name or number. now lets talk about the breakdown for beginners, for any level really, this is an EPIC package. So many colors, maybe not all the ones you want. I have an upcoming project that need 47 colors and its missing 16. However I want to point out that DMC has over 500 colors and getting 30 that i needed? Thats impressive. When it comes to the value for money, I want to point out that one of those bobbins cost around $.55 USD EACH. On the offical DMC website? $.99 This runs for about 40 bucks? so anything more than 80 colors is a great deal. This kit says NOTHING about using DMC, but after checking the color of 10 different flosses and they seem right (screens arent prefect) overall, the numbers for the yellows are right, Im very sure that this is actually DMC. So the kit comes with 3 trays of 6 sections, and one tray that comes with 4 sections, having removed two so they could have all the extras, with the stitch cutter was something that I also wanted to find. each small section can have 10 colors in it, so in theory this can hold 180 unless you take over the part that has the extras, then it could hold 210 and it doesnt give you separators to have the option, however, i bet its a standard size and that can be a thing. The colors come randomly inserted, I have taken the time to organize the floss, removing ones i am going to use for my next project. Funny enough, the one color I wanted? yeah, not in this kit. there is duplicates, and not colors I was expecting to be duplicated (like 310, blanc, ecru, or 5200) Now I have one section that is empty implying that I only got 170 colors, however, knowing me I prob put more than 10 in a few sections because it could fit. I def got less than 180 colors though, which is def less than the 200 that was promised, which is the main reason why I took away a star. another reason why I took away a star is how freaking hard it is to close... Now lets break this down to the other stars. Is this good for beginner? this is good for any level. 170+ colors with very few doubles? you can make so many projects. How about value? did you know that one of those bobbins are about $.55 USD at most craft stores? or $.99 on the DMC official website? if you pay less than 80 bucks for this, you are getting deal. Okay, how about is it giftable? Yes, yes yes yes, if you have someone who likes sewing, making friendship stuff, or working with colorful thread, this is a great thing, unless they do not like the brand DMC, or only want a different brand. Now like I pointed out earlier, nothing in the box that I was given said that it has DMC for floss, I had to look up the colors for myself to find out. Once you know its DMC you can go to a few places to find out the name for every color number you are given. however, I LOVE this

Perfect for my projects!

This is a great buy and great way to store your embroidery essentials in one place! It comes with such a variety of colors, the thread is great quality and will last you a long time. Worth every penny, I highly recommend.

These colors are not in order, a little disappointed about that. Other than that it’s super nice, good string, and easy storage!

Just as advertised

Very well organized in a great see through box.

This is a great deal, and comes in a nice, tiered case. Only thing I didn’t expect is that the colors were all mixed up. But I spent a relaxing evening sorting them all out into a rainbow of color.

Please see picture just for size comparison. Bought as a gift, but now embarrassed to give it. Not worth the money.

This has everything needed, except the hoops, for the beginner. The thread is visible through the container and there are so many colors.