Tangled Thread

using metallic threads

by Chloe on April 4th, 2007

I love the look of metallic sewing machine thread on fabric (whether it’s clothing, art work or something)  I’ve made quite a few pieces over the years using different metallic threads:

These are from a series of porfolios I’ve made.  You can see the full size portfolio here.

I’ve used gold thread to outline the flowers -it really emphasizes the flowers, especially on such a busy background.

I’m going to share a few tips & tricks I’ve picked up to help in working with metallic threads.

Remember - these are my original designs with my copyright & can’t be reproduced or shared without my permission :-)

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