tacking thread

Translations

tacking thread

n (Brit Sew) → Heftfaden m

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The red edge bias was faded and displayed extensive losses due to shattering, typical of silk, while the tacking thread had failed at numerous points as it wore with use.

The red silk biases along left and right edges were then removed by cutting through the tacking thread. After selecting an appropriate solvent, the varnish was then removed using cotton swabs in areas approximately the size of an A5 sheet.

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Tacking thread Sharp (preferably dressmaker's) scissors

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Tacking thread, and sewing thread to tone with the fabric pieces.

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To be extra safe you can use tacking thread which will make sewing a lot easier.