Tresse de Soie 1/8 Braid

Quantity in Package The braids are sold in 1 yard lengths.  Specify the length of the cut.  Thread Structure  These are round braided structures out of soie ovale filament silk and are about 1/16" in diameter. 1/8 refers to one strand of soie ovale on each of eight bobbins that rotate around each other to make a braid, except in this version one of the bobbins has a gold or silver thread on it instead go silk.  These exquisite elements are part of the Cabinet of Curiosities Historic Colors Collection, showcasing both traditional craftsmanship and the rich, vibrant hues of history. Uses of Tresse De Soie 1/8 Tresse De Soie 1/8 is useful as a trim on stumpwork to make small loops, edgings, or bows. It also can be couched down to fill shapes with an interesting bumpy texture when using a matching couching thread.  It is soft and thin enough to be sunk with a sinking needle to the back of the ground fabric.   The braid also works well for finishing on smalls where larger cords are often to