Vanish Water Soluble Basting Thread from Superior Threads is a miracle thread you shouldn't be living without in your sewing room! Any time you baste, use Vanish Water Soluble Basting Thread, it's strong, but vanishes with just a spritz of water, no more ripping out basting stitches! Vanish can be used in both the needle and bobbin, though it's only necessary to use in one as after wetting, the regular thread will just be lying there to pick up off the fabric. 200 yard spool.