Gütermann Universal Sewing Thread - 500 m - Vintage Pink - No. 473

Fancy a powdery, slightly faded pink that is reminiscent of old linen and woodwork of yesteryear? The vintage pink colour no. 473 from the Gütermann range is combined with ecru, sea greens and retro printed cottons.

Technical characteristics

The coil offers500 m(547 yards) ofpolyester sewing thread. Such a yardage allows dresses, linings, buttons and hems to be chained together without interruption. Polyester is a synthetic fiber, used for a universal yarn. Sold individually, inVintage Rose Shade No. 473, this classic spool finds its place in a sewing box in soft tones.

How to use it

• To sew a button, slip a match between the button and the fabric: it protects the height of the button shank.
• On a light fabric lining, stitch in small stitches to prevent the hem from wrinkling.
• For a hand-embroidered décor, take a simple touch: vintage pink blends into antique linen.
• Reserve this shade for fabrics where pink dominates, or as a counterpoint to gray.

Pair it with ecru cotton ribbons and mother-of-pearl buttons. An almond green bias makes a nice contrast.