Needles – Curved
Needles – Curved
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Curved needles are great for awkward stitch angles, where a straight needle just won’t do. I carry curved beading needles for fine fabrics and beading. Curved quilting needles for sewing together heavier fabrics and is great for ending threads at the back of the work such as in goldwork and curved tapestry needles for sewing together counted fabrics and also for ending threads at the back of the work.
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Cords – Twists
Price Per Yard.
Twists also know as Torsades are cords that are made up of three strands. Each individual strand is made up of a fine metal wired wrapped around a fibre core. The three strands are twisted into a cord. The cords can be used as filling thread or an outlining thread.
Visit the Metal Thread Information page of my website for further information and pictures on how the thread can be used on an embroidery and FAQ about metal threads.
Cords – Twists
Price Per Yard.
Twists also know as Torsades are cords that are made up of three strands. Each individual strand is made up of a fine metal wired wrapped around a fibre core. The three strands are twisted into a cord. The cords can be used as filling thread or an outlining thread.
Visit the Metal Thread Information page of my website for further information and pictures on how the thread can be used on an embroidery and FAQ about metal threads.
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Check Thread (Crinkle Cordonnet)
Price Per Yard.
Check thread also known as Crinkle Cordonnet in French is made up of a fine metal wire wrapped around a fibre core. The thread has a wavy (kinked) serpentine appearance and is similar to Rococco but has a closer wave.
Visit the Metal Thread Information page of my website for further information and pictures on how the thread can be used on an embroidery and FAQ about metal threads.
Check Thread (Crinkle Cordonnet)
Price Per Yard.
Check thread also known as Crinkle Cordonnet in French is made up of a fine metal wire wrapped around a fibre core. The thread has a wavy (kinked) serpentine appearance and is similar to Rococco but has a closer wave.
Visit the Metal Thread Information page of my website for further information and pictures on how the thread can be used on an embroidery and FAQ about metal threads.
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Magnetic Wand – Telescoping
This very handy telescoping magnetic wand can be used to pick up dropped needles, pins and scissors without leaving the comfort of your seat.
It is also great for locating lost needles and pins, just wave the wand around the floor and the strong magnet draws the lost needle to the end of the wand.
Magnetic Wand: 1/2 inch strong magnet. Fully Extended: 36 inches (90 cm), Retracted: 6 inches (15 cm)
Magnetic Wand – Telescoping
This very handy telescoping magnetic wand can be used to pick up dropped needles, pins and scissors without leaving the comfort of your seat.
It is also great for locating lost needles and pins, just wave the wand around the floor and the strong magnet draws the lost needle to the end of the wand.
Magnetic Wand: 1/2 inch strong magnet. Fully Extended: 36 inches (90 cm), Retracted: 6 inches (15 cm)
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Rococco
Price Per Yard.
Rococco is made up of a fine metal wire wrapped around a fibre core. The wire is copper based with a gold or silver plating and will tarnish over time. Rococco has a wavy (kinked) serpentine appearance and has a more open wave than Check Thread.
Currently the gilt medium Rococco is golder in colour in comparison to the gilt fine Rococco and gilt very fine Rococco.
Visit the Metal Thread Information page of my website for further information and pictures on how the thread can be used on an embroidery and FAQ about metal threads.
Rococco
Price Per Yard.
Rococco is made up of a fine metal wire wrapped around a fibre core. The wire is copper based with a gold or silver plating and will tarnish over time. Rococco has a wavy (kinked) serpentine appearance and has a more open wave than Check Thread.
Currently the gilt medium Rococco is golder in colour in comparison to the gilt fine Rococco and gilt very fine Rococco.
Visit the Metal Thread Information page of my website for further information and pictures on how the thread can be used on an embroidery and FAQ about metal threads.
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$1.59 – $127.14 USDSelect options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Passing Thread
Passing thread is couched down singularly in the same colour sewing thread or a contrasting colour. Passing thread is often used for Or Nue (couching down the passing thread with different colour threads to create a design or pattern on the surface of the passing thread) and underside couching.
No. 13 Passing threads are synthetic and will not tarnish.
Visit the Metal Thread Information page of my website for further information and pictures on how the thread can be used on an embroidery and FAQ about metal threads.
Passing Thread
Passing thread is couched down singularly in the same colour sewing thread or a contrasting colour. Passing thread is often used for Or Nue (couching down the passing thread with different colour threads to create a design or pattern on the surface of the passing thread) and underside couching.
No. 13 Passing threads are synthetic and will not tarnish.
Visit the Metal Thread Information page of my website for further information and pictures on how the thread can be used on an embroidery and FAQ about metal threads.
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Japan Thread – British Glossy: No. 8 (K4), No. 9 (K3), No.12 (K2). No.13 (K1)
Price Per 10 Yards.
The British made Japanese threads are the goldest in colour and with the glossiest surface and the highest quality Japanese thread that I carry. The synthetic foil wrapped around the thread core is sturdy and is unlikely to untwist and will not tarnish.
Visit the Metal Thread Information page of my website for further information and pictures on how the thread can be used on an embroidery and FAQ about metal threads.
See Sale Metal Threads for shorter than 10 yard lengths
Japan Thread – British Glossy: No. 8 (K4), No. 9 (K3), No.12 (K2). No.13 (K1)
Price Per 10 Yards.
The British made Japanese threads are the goldest in colour and with the glossiest surface and the highest quality Japanese thread that I carry. The synthetic foil wrapped around the thread core is sturdy and is unlikely to untwist and will not tarnish.
Visit the Metal Thread Information page of my website for further information and pictures on how the thread can be used on an embroidery and FAQ about metal threads.
See Sale Metal Threads for shorter than 10 yard lengths
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Curved needles are great for awkward stitch angles, where a straight needle just won’t do.
- Curved Beading Needles: These are fine curved needles with a sharp point approximately 2 1/2 inches (6 cm) long, good for beading or for stitching on silk fabric or single layer cotton fabrics.
- Curved Quilting Needles: The smallest needle is 2 inches (5 cm) long and the largest is 3 inches (7 1/2 cm) long. Used for sewing together fabrics and for sewing down ends of embroidery threads at the back of the work such as on goldwork and stumpwork embroidery. The needles are strong with a sharp point.
- Curved Tapestry Needles Sizes 20, 22 and 24: The needles have a blunt end. Used for sewing together counted fabrics and for sewing down ends of embroidery threads at the back of the work.
| Weight | 0.005 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 29 × 25 × 0.05 cm |
| Packet of | John James Curved Beading Needles: 2 Needles, John James Curved Quilting Needles: 4 Needles, John James Curved Tapestry Needles: 3 Needles |
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Needles – Chenille
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Stiletto Rosewood 5 Inch
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Craft Mini Organizer – Large by Yazzii
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Mellor
A mellor also known as a mellore or melor is a perfectly manufactured tool for metal thread embroidery.
The mellor is made out a soft smooth metal that is not abrasive.
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Stretcher Bar Frames
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Please visit the following webpage for instructions on how to assemble a stretcher bar frame and choosing the right size for your needlework: Stretcher Bar Frames Information
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Needles – Crewel Embroidery
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Needles – Beading
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I also carry regular long beading needles for your beading needs which are 2 inches (5 cm) long.
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Needle Minder – Millers Dragonfly
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No part of the instructions can be used for commercial purposes or profited from or published without permission from Tanja Berlin.
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