Round metallic thread, our mid-size in the Braid line. Thinner than #24 Braid. Twice as thick as #8 Braid. Available in basic metallic colors plus glow in the dark (F), antiqued (V), holographic (L), high lustre (HL) and corded (C).
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Round metallic thread, our mid-size in the Braid line.
Bright, bold Hi Lustre colors (has "HL" in color number), 62% polyester, 38% nylon
Muted, antiqued Vintage colors (has "V" in color number), 64% polyester, 36% nylon
Prismatic Holographic colors (has "L" in color number), 100% polyester
Fun glow-in-the-dark colors (has "F" in color number), 80% polyester, 20% nylon
Classic, standard Basic colors (no letters in color number), 65% polyester, 35% nylon
The basic metallic colors (no letter in the color numbers) are the softest. The colors with letters in the color numbers may be slightly thicker or slightly stiffer.
IN FLY FISHING: Ideal for heavier or larger lures. Can also fray the ends for a Flash-like effect.
IN NEEDLEWORK: Use Medium (#16) Braid in Cross Stitch on 10- & 11-count fabrics, or in Needlepoint on 14- to 18-mesh canvas. You can also couch this thicker metallic in embroidery designs.
IN WEAVING: Sett 12 epi
IN KNITTING & CROCHET: Fingering weight. Needle/hook size: 1 to 5, 1.75mm+
CARE: Hand and machine washable; tumble dry on low. Do not iron directly onto the metallic; use a press cloth. Note: some colors like red may bleed, so we recommend testing a swatch before washing your entire project.
Medium #16 Braid also comes in a wired version, called Wired Braid, ideal for shaping and outlining (couch or tack down)
Would this product be useful in your business (ie, manufacturing, teaching, retail)? If so, you could benefit from bulk quantities at wholesale pricing. To open a wholesale account, we require a copy of your business license on file. Send a copy along with your business name and contact info to:
Rainbow Gallery (owner of Kreinik threads), 2860 North Ontario Street, Burbank CA 91504 USA
