Planet Earth Silk is a 14 yds/skein is ideal for 13 and 14 count mesh for needlepoint. Planet Earth Silk will also work with decorative stitches on 18 mesh The long filament of the silk is used to create this yummy stitching fiber. This unique property reduces drag on the wrist thereby, making it slide through the canvas easily. Since it is 100% silk it also prevents pilling which can be an unwanted side characteristic of merino.