My top picks

THIS MONTH I’M LOVING...

Aurifil’s variegated cotton thread comes in a wide range of weights and colourways to suit your project – I love the subtle green shades of 4662, also known as crème de menthe. www.aurifil.com

Wonderfil produce several variegated threads – in particular, I love using their Splendor rayon thread packs, which contain themed sets of colourful thread. Priced at £30.50 from www.wonderfil.co.uk

Madeira’s range of premium cotton quilting threads is available in a variety of weights in both plain and variegated colourways. www.madeira.co.uk