Description
Slightly thicker than #4 Braid, it is about the weight of two strands of cotton embroidery floss. It comes in basic metallic colors plus antique (V), hi lustre (HL), holographic (L), corded (C) and glow in the dark (F). It is used straight off the reel (not plied or separated). Very popular for cross stitch, needlepoint and embroidery.
- 15 yards on a card
- Use it straight from the reel as a single strand
- Ideal coverage in cross stitch on 14-count Aida or over two threads on any linens
Color range:
- 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
- Classic, standard Basic colors (no letters in color number), 65% polyester, 35% nylon
- Corded, highly textured Cord colors (has “C” in color number), 28% polyester, 72% rayon
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 NEEDLEWORK: Kreinik Fine #8 Braid is a high quality metallic thread used in cross stitch (ideal on 14-count Aida), needlepoint (popular for light coverage on 18-mesh canvas), crochet, knitting, weaving, crazy quilting, embroidery, scrapbooking, card making and more. Cross stitchers can use #8 Braid in place of two strands of embroidery floss in most designs. Note that colors with a letter in the color number (ie, 002C, 002L) are slightly thicker and stiffer than a basic color (no letter in the color number); you may need to use a needle with a larger eye with these colors.
- IN WEAVING: Sett 24 epi
- IN CROCHET & KNITTING: Superfine, light fingering weight. Needle/Hook size: 000 to 3, 1.6mm+
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.
