Gütermann Super Resistant Cording Wire - 30 m - Old Pink - No. 473

For strong seams with a romantic touch, this Gütermann cord yarn no. 473 is an old powder pink, halfway between salmon and mauve. This patinated shade is suitable for linen, cotton, tweed, velvet and floral fabrics in vintage tones.

Technical details

Inpolyester, this yarn is sold in a spool of30 m. TheCordis recognizable by itsTight twistand its diameter greater than that of a universal thread: it is more resistant to friction and leaves a clearly visible seam. Thecolour Old pink n° 473is soft, without being too clear.

Use cases

• To topstitch the edge of a pocket or collar, stay about 2 mm from the edge with an elongated stitch: pink stands out like a border.
• For hand-finishing work, such as button straps or closure loops, make several threads side by side and then cover them with scallop stitches.
• To mend a cushion corner, use it lined and stitch the original seam.
• On a thin fabric, choose a thin needle with a round tip so as not to leave visible holes.

Pair it with an ecru lace braid and mother-of-pearl buttons for a retro style.