Homestead Blend: Contains Beeswax, Coconut Oil, and the following essential oils: tomato leaf, lemongrass, lemon, basil, and thyme. A refreshing garden scent. WHAT IS THREAD GLOSS? thread gloss is a specially formulated wax and oil blend that coats your thread to prevent tangles, fraying, and brittleness. Think of it as a deep conditioner for your thread and embroidery floss. WHY DO I NEED IT? Have you ever had to cut your thread short in the middle of your groove because there was a gnarly knot? Using thread gloss helps prevent tangles and knots, taking away all of the frustration of handwork. WHAT CRAFTS DO I WANT TO USE IT FOR? Anything that you're dealing with cotton thread-- hand embroidery, hand quilting, cross-stitch, english paper piecing, applique, repairing clothes, whatever. Simply drag your thread across the gloss pot after threading your needle, applying slight pressure on the thread with your thumb, while pulling with your other hand.