Sprite Stitch Board!

Ally wrote:The metallic threads are an absolute horror, I agree! I've seen people recommend a product called 'thread magic' or something along those lines, but I haven't used it yet. Apparently it really helps.

It's called Thread Heaven and I would definitely recommend it for working with metallics. I would also suggest using as few strands of the thread as possible, and make them a bit shorter than you would for regular thread. Hope those little tips help in future!