There’s something deeply satisfying about a beautifully finished project — and nothing pulls a look together quite like ribbon and thread that match in perfect harmony. But if you’ve ever stood under the fluorescent glare of a craft shop, squinting between a spool of thread and a roll of ribbon, wondering if that coral is really the same coral… you’re not alone.

Colour matching ribbon to sewing thread is one of those deceptively tricky skills that can make the difference between a handmade piece that looks polished and professional, and one that feels just slightly off. Whether you’re a first-time stitcher or a seasoned sewing enthusiast, getting those colours to sing together takes a little know-how — and more than a little patience.

The good news? Once you know what to look for, it becomes second nature. So let’s dive into the colourful (and occasionally maddening) art of matching ribbon to thread!

We are starting with a very popular range;
Stephanoise Cotton Twill Herringbone Tape
The name can be a bit of a mouthful, so we typically refer to this product as “Twill” or “Twill Tape“.

This saves us a lot of confusion, when we don’t want to get mixed up with; Bertie’s Bows Cotton Herringbone Tape Webbing.
We typically refer to this product as “Herringbone” or “Herringbone Webbing“

Stephanoise Cotton Twill Herringbone Tape
31 colours – 4 widths
11mm, 14mm, 20mm & 25mm

Stephanoise Twill Tape is available as a
Cut Length (priced per metre), or as a Full Roll (approx. 25 metres).
Links to each tape size are listed under each Twill Tape image.

Gutermann Sew All Polyester Thread
100m, 250m, 500m & 1,000m

Gutermann Sew All 100m Thread is available in 407 shades
Sew All 250m, 500m & 1,000m Threads have fewer shade options
If the suggested thread shade is available in other sizes, this will be listed below each Thread image.

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Did you find the perfect shade for your next project?

Then head on over to our shop;
www.minionsofcraft.co.uk

Will I be able to find everything I need in stock?

We hold a large range of Twill Tape in both Cut Length & Full Roll stock, across all widths and colours. If you require more than amount listed on our shop, drop us an email.

We also hold a large range of Gutermann Sew All Thread in stock. Look out for the symbol below, which highlights which items are on Back Order.

How much will postage cost?

We offer different postage options, depending on what you buy, and how quickly you want it. This allows us to offer a cost effective service for small orders as well as big orders.

In the UK we offer the following Delivery Services;

	Large Letter	Parcel Postage
Economy Delivery 3-5 working days	£ 1.95 FREE on orders over £35	£ 3.95 FREE on orders over £35
Standard Delivery 1-2 working days	£ 2.65 FREE on orders over £50	£ 4.95 FREE on orders over £50
Express Delivery Next Day	from £ 9.95 (weight based scale)	from £ 9.95 (weight based scale)

Prices correct as of April 2026
Please see our Delivery page for current prices

Look out for the symbol below, which highlights which items are subject to Parcel Postage.

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Watch our YouTube video below, to see how we colour matched each Twill Tape with the Gutermann Sew All 100m

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Ugh – the Small Print
The information provided is offered as a guide to help you find a suitable matching thread. We make no claims that these colours MUST be used together, and if you find more suitable shade for your project, we do not object to the personal preference of each individual.
Please note, due to manufacturing processes, colours may vary (in the Twill tape) between batches in both sizes and rolls. This is beyond our control, and we have matched these colours using the current batches at our disposal.
Due to differences between screens/monitors and other factors the colours seen may vary to that of the actual product. We have included some comparison images in the hope of clarifying the suitability of each shade of thread to each tape colour.

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Did we make a mistake?

The information contained within this blog has been provided for your convenience, and while we make every effort to ensure all information is correct and accurate, sometimes we make mistakes (like tyops or copying and copying & pasting errors).

If you do spot a mistake, and would like us to correct it, please drop us an email with as much information as possible, and we will update the information as soon as possible.