Lineco - Waxed Linen Thread
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Product Information
- Genuine waxed linen for bookbinding
- 3 spools: gold, lavender, black
- 20 yards per spool included
- Wax coating enables smooth stitching
- Ideal for hand-sewn book bindings
- Works well for arts and crafts
Hand-sew archival bindings with smooth waxed linen thread
Waxed linen thread slides through paper signatures without fraying or splitting, essential when you're binding books by hand and can't afford thread failure mid-project. The wax coating provides just enough grip to hold tension while you stitch, preventing the loose sections that plague unwaxed alternatives. Each spool contains 20 yards of genuine linen, enough for multiple journal bindings or a substantial artist's book.
This three-spool box includes gold, lavender, and black, giving you options for visible decorative stitching or subtle structural work that blends with your paper choice. The natural strength of linen fiber handles the stress of repeated page turning without stretching or breaking down over time. Bookbinders working with Coptic bindings, Japanese stab bindings, or pamphlet stitch appreciate how this thread passes cleanly through pre-punched holes while maintaining consistent tension across signatures.
Beyond book arts, this waxed linen works for leather crafts, fabric embellishments, and any application where you need thread that combines strength with traditional craftsmanship. The coating prevents moisture absorption that causes unwaxed thread to weaken, ensuring your bindings maintain their structural integrity through years of handling.
