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Thistle Threads

Metallic Cartisane Gimp

$ 5.50

Thistle Threads

Metallic Cartisane Gimp

$ 5.50

This 2.5-3 mm strip is a passementerie 'thread' used to create all kinds of interesting textures. In stumpwork it is used to make garlands around circles or ovals which frame a vignette.  Short lengths can be folded over and couched down to make 'leaves' of the garland.

They can also be folded and sewn together to make tassels or edgings for small ornaments.  

Sold in 1 meter lengths in afghan gold, gold, silver, red and green metallic