Silkworm embroidery thread.
Soie d'Alger is an assembly of 7 strands (easily separable), made from schappe silk (worsted silk).
The brilliance of this yarn is moderate.
It has several qualities : it doesn't fray, it's easy to thread onto the needle, and its material is soft, supple and light, yet still provides sufficient coverage.
Another advantage recognized by users: it doesn 't twist.
Perfect for all needlework applications: traditional embroidery, counted stitch, cross-stitch, bobbin lace, miniature doll making.
What's more, it's easy to split, enabling a multitude of applications in embroidery on canvas and silk gauze.
This style of thread is used by dressmakers (as an effect thread for topstitching), embroiderers, knitters and weavers, carpet makers, restorers, etc.
Composition: 100% silk.
Thread diameter: 1 mm
Quality product.
Made in France.
NB: The name "Alger" refers to a manufacturing process developed by Au Ver à Soie® (it is indeed made in France).
Sold in skeins of 5 meters.
Tips and tricks for using Soie d'Alger® in hand embroidery:
Embroider with a maximum thread length of 45 cm to better control your work.
This also avoids excessive thread abrasion.
To multiply the effects and originality of your stitches and creations, you can combine one or more Alger® silk threads with Au Ver à Soie Au Sextant® metallic threads, for example .
