Yes, if you can buy a needle made especially for sewing metallic thread:
http://www.joann.com/schmetz-metalli...edles&start=16
It also helps to put this lubricant on your thread:
http://www.joann.com/dritz-sewers-aid/14019319.html
I found a thread that is a shinny Gold that is polyester made by Superior threads. It is called Natures colors.