Description and Details
This boxed set brings together eight shades of Sajou Fil au Chinois gloving thread, a specialist thread with a long heritage in fine hand sewing. Traditionally used for sewing gloves, it remains a favourite for precision work because it is 2-ply, strong, smooth and lightly waxed, helping the thread glide through fabric and hold stitches neatly without snagging.
The light waxing is a key quality feature. The gloving thread is passed through a bath of starch and beeswax before twisting. Because the wax does not sit on the surface, the thread does not feel sticky. Instead, it gains a subtle sheen, stays resistant to fraying, and is less likely to fluff or spoil during use. This makes it ideal for visible, high-finish handwork and for sewing that needs reliability under tension.
In practical use, this thread is especially well suited to appliqué, tambour beading, patchwork, and general hand sewing where you want a crisp stitch line and a durable result. It is also an excellent choice for couture style embellishment work, including attaching beads and sequins in tambour techniques, thanks to its strength and controlled handling.
This set contains:
120 – Grey
290 – Café au Lait
302 – Linen
312 – Ecru
525 – Red
535 – Garnet
594 – Pink
895 – Holly
The colour of the presentation box may vary according to stock.
Materials: Waxed cotton (2-ply), lightly waxed using a traditional starch and beeswax process.
