For the embroidery, I used DMC regular embroidery thread but used three strands. I sew all my embroidery by hand because the only machine I have is a 1948 Singer 15-91. It has a beautiful stitch, but nothing fancy. I have only been sewing since last September and had to take a couple of months off for a move to Ecuador. I will definitely post some pictures once I get this project going. Thanks for all your input, you all are great!