Product description

Embroider patterns with this slate-colored Tonkin thread, which features a subtle texture and a golden sheen.

The Tonkin Ardoise thread combines a dark shade—somewhere between gray and blue—with a fine strand of gold Lurex. Made in France from textured polyester, it offers a slight fullness that makes the stitches stand out while maintaining good flexibility. Its cabled structure minimizes fraying and makes it easier to work through the fabric repeatedly.

What can you do with this thread?
This shade is an excellent alternative to black when you’re looking for a softer outline. Use it for moon patterns, night sky designs, or geometric shapes. The moon brooch is a natural source of inspiration for this color palette. For embroidered jewelry projects, our Stiff Stuff and suede-like fabrics allow you to create more structured pieces.

Slate also pairs very well with bright colors like turquoise, yellow, or pink. In an embroidered pendant or brooch, use it as a background or outline and let the other colors take center stage.

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced designer, our tutorials and technical guides provide advice, tips, and explanations to help you choose materials, understand stitches, and develop your own designs.

Details:

Composition: 100% polyester, Lurex
Thread diameter: 0.35 mm

Sold in 10-meter spools.