from United States on 11/16/2023 - Different spool design Blending filament is already fragile. This new spool design, with multiple slices across both the top and bottom, makes it almost impossible to avoid these slits with your thread as you pull it off the spool.
Great product, but the old spool, while smaller, was less damaging to the thread. It only needs one slit on the spool to anchor the end. Not sure why Kreinik changed the design. 5 stars for the blending filament but none for the spool.
Also known as a blending filament, this fine, sparkly metallic thread is available in a wide variety of colors. When used in the same needle with silk or cotton it bonds to whatever else you put it with.
Is not slippery to use in hand embroidery. Several plies can be put together in the same needle to achieve desired coverage on fabric or canvas. 50 meter spools.
These Iridescent threads have flecks of color in them that are truly dazzling in the light - which makes them look 3-dimensional. Use them to replicate candy, crystal effects, retro looks, fantasy, psychedelic, electric, modern and cutting edge looks - or anywhere you want to add dimensional color... Read more
Use Tapestry (#12) Braid in Cross Stitch (11ct), Needlepoint (18-30ct), Crochet, as a companion yarn for Knitting designs, and for embellishments in Scrapbooking & Card Making. 10 meter (11 yard) spools or cards.
This is the premier metallic thread for cross stitching because it is so soft and easy to use. Stitch with Very Fine (#4) Braid in Cross Stitch (16-18 ct) and Needlepoint (for light details on 18-30 ct). It is also nice and thin for Machine Embroidery, Scrapbooking and Card Making embellishments. Available on 11 meter (12 yard) spools or cards.
A 50% wool, 50% silk blend. 36 yard skein. About the same weight as Wildflowers, but has more loft. Can be used on fine linens as well as larger counts of needlepoint canvas.
You can often control the look of your stitches to create either a sculptured or a satiny look simply by adding or... Read more