Aurifil is a family company, founded in Milan, Italy, in 1983 with a simple belief: exceptional materials make a difference. Our 100% MAKO cotton threads are made from Egyptian-grown Extra-Long Staple cotton, carefully selected for its strength, softness, and consistency before being transformed into the threads makers know and love.

From the finest 80wt to bold 8wt, alongside our much-loved six-strand Floss, our range has been developed to give quilters, sewists, embroiderers, and textile artists the right thread for every kind of stitch. Aurifil is celebrated around the world for its vibrant color, strength, versatility, and remarkably low lint — delivering beautiful, consistent results with every stitch.

But great thread is only part of our story. As a family company with a global community, we believe the choices we make matter. Our commitment to a more sustainable future is reflected in our work with Better Cotton and Plastic Bank, our OEKO-TEX® certification, and our use of FSC-certified packaging — tangible steps toward reducing our environmental impact and supporting more responsible production.

We also believe in using our voice and our platform for good. Aurifil proudly advocates for a creative community that is welcoming, inclusive, and connected, while supporting organizations and initiatives that strengthen communities and create meaningful social and environmental change.

For us, it all comes back to the same idea: make exceptional thread, support the people who use it, and leave a positive mark on the world around us.