In theory, just about any kind of sewing, embroidery, quilting, orserging thread could be placed on a thread stand. They’re meant to work for all sort of common spun polymer thread varieties. That said, some very bulky or slippery threadtypes might not stay put too well on slender pegs. Thicker ones like decorative ribbon would likelynot Fit either. But for regular sewing thread, it’s quite versatile.n