The threads are made with high quality natrual linen,no odor,and the color looks great,no fade,it will not become seperated as you use it,the strands are waxed before twisting,no wax sit on the surface of the thread,so there is no stickiness,if you think the thread is not waxed enough,you could wax it yourself, the thickness is consistent and 10 yards is continous,please use it with no worry.