• A thread card of high tensile strength pure linen thread in a Grey colour, on a neutral background.
  • A thread card of high tensile strength pure linen thread in a Salmon colour, on a neutral background.
  • A thread card of high tensile strength pure linen thread in a Yellow Ochre colour, on a neutral background.
  • A thread card of high tensile strength pure linen thread in a dark green colour, on a neutral background.
  • A thread card of high tensile strength pure linen thread in a Olive Green colour, on a neutral background.
  • A thread card of high tensile strength pure linen thread in a Maroon colour, on a neutral background.
  • A thread card of high tensile strength pure linen thread in a Sky Blue colour, on a neutral background.
  • A thread card of high tensile strength pure linen thread in a Lavender colour, on a neutral background.
  • A thread card of high tensile strength pure linen thread in a Bottle Green colour, on a neutral background.
  • A thread card of high tensile strength pure linen thread in a Royal Blue colour, on a neutral background.
  • A thread card of high tensile strength pure linen thread in a Natural Linen colour, on a neutral background.
  • A thread card of high tensile strength pure linen thread in a Natural Linen colour, on a neutral background.
  • A thread card of high tensile strength pure linen thread in a Natural Linen colour, on a neutral background.

TBB Waxed Thread 6m

Linen threads is widely considered the strongest and highest quality sewing thread for bookbinding. This pre-waxed thread is made of 100% pure linen, with a high tensile strength it is ideal for all bookbinding needs. 

Available in a range of colours these threads come in packs of 6 metre lengths and in a 18/3 (No.18, Cord 3) size. The natural thread is also available in two finer thread options; 25/3 and 40/3.

SKU: BB142.31

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