22-07-2021 18:20 via artnews.com

Pull It Together With the Best Waxed Thread

Thread is a humble item that holds the world together. The right thread moves easily through material, stays intact under pressure, and doesn’t deteriorate with use and time. For special uses, craftspeople often turn to waxed thread, which tends to be stiffer, less stretchy, and more resistant to water and mildew. Bookbinders, for instance, rely on premium waxed thread to hold their books together and look fabulous, and other crafters may require it when working with materials such as leat
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