Gentle Art Threads
Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Simply Shaker Threads are very beautiful, gently hand over-dyed 6-ply fine Egyptian stranded cotton threads, designed to give new needlework a faded, antique look. The colours are muted and the colour variations per strand are subtle.
See our guide on using overdyed threads.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
If you wash over-dyed threads AFTER stitching, you run the risk of having them bleed. Sampler Threads™ are colourfast, meaning that they will not change colour when washed, will not fade if kept out in direct sunlight, etc. They may bleed, however, because when a large amount of thread is dyed by hand, it may be difficult to rinse off all the dye that is lying on the surface of the threads. It is safe to rinse Sampler Threads™ in tepid water BEFORE stitching. Blot them on a white paper or terry towel to see if they will bleed. You may repeat this process several times until they rinse clean. Again, the color will not fade. Let the threads dry (it won't take long) and then stitch. After the piece is finished, you may wash it in tepid water with a mild soap.
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