Rayon is commonly known as a man-made fiber, made from natural plant cellulose of wood pulp, cotton linters and fibrous plants. These fibres then undergo a series of processes after which they attain their unique luster and sheen. Earlier it was also known as artificial silk owing to its glossy and glistened appearance. Embroidery through rayon threads is most preferred when it comes to fabrics which involve harsh uses. Some of the common applications are as follows:

• Bed linens
• Kitchen linens
• Throws for sofa, car seats and chairs
• Blankets
• Apparels

Rayon threads are popularly used for various purposes particularly because of a number of properties it possesses. A few of them are as follows:

• Soft and comfortable
• Highly absorbent
• Dyes easily and prints well
• No pilling problems