Japan #7 is our thickest of the gimp (wrapped) Japan-style threads. Couch this beautiful thread on the surface of your design to resemble a real metal
Japan Thread #7
Japan #5 is a wrapped thread used for surface stitches more so than in-and-out stitches. Couch it on the top of your design using a thin silk thread
Japan Thread #5
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Super-thin, non-tarnishing thread that looks like real gold, silver or copper. Used for couching thicker threads, paillettes, and real metal threads.
Japan Thread #1