Lizbeth crochet cotton size 20 is equivalent to a DMC Pearl Cotton 8. It is excellent for Crochet, Tatting, Knitting, Needlepoint, Cross-stitch, Embroidery, and Hand Quilting projects. Each ball is 25 grams and approx. 210 yards. Recommended: Steel Crochet Hook: 9-10 (1. 15mm-1. 25mm)Tatting Needle: Size 5-0 or 7-FineKnitting Needle: 0000 (4) (1. 25mm)Lizbeth is a premium crochet cotton thread great for all needle art projects! This crochet cotton is made of 100% Egyptian cotton and is a 6-cord cordonnet available in a large assortment of solid and multi colors. It is a high quality thread that is shiny with a rich and vibrant color. It is super-combed, gas-singed for outstanding body, mercerized, and colorfast. Handy Hands Lizbeth threads are available in sizes 3, 10, 20, 40 and 80.