Silk Threads

Thread Types & Prices

Silken Strands: 

• 6 stranded soft silk thread, low lustre, high twist, easily split giving a variety of uses
• Hand-dyed
• $6.50 for 6 metres

Ophir:

• Similar to Perle 8, high lustre, high twist
• Hand-dyed
• Suitable for all embroidery and excellent for hand quilting
• $6.95 for 15 metres

Exotic Lights:

• Similar to Perle 3, medium lustre, high twist
• Hand-dyed
• Fantastic for creating texture and dimensional embroidery
• $7.00 for 8 metres

Mume Strands:

• 3 stranded soft silk thread, high lustre, low twist, easily split
• $7.70 for 8 metres

Shiruku:

• Fine silk raffia thread
• $7.00 for 8 metres

Aurora:

• Similar to Perle 1, high lustre, medium twist
• Hand-dyed
• Beautiful for cords, couching, and dimensional work
• $7.40 for 6 metres
• Discontinued - limited colours available

Silk Floss:

• 6 stranded soft silk thread, high lustre, low twist, easily split
• Gives a smooth satin finish
• Hand-dyed
• $3.30 for 6 metres
• Discontinued - limited colours available