{"product_id":"100-silk-japanese-embroidery-thread-untwisted-kama-ito-flat-silk-6-paper-tubes-vintage-deadstock-19653","title":"100% Silk Japanese Embroidery Thread – Untwisted Kama-ito Flat Silk – 6 Paper Tubes – Vintage Deadstock 19653","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Silk Japanese Embroidery Thread – Untwisted Kama-ito \/ Flat Silk Thread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a beautiful set of traditional Japanese embroidery thread made from 100% silk. It is a type of untwisted silk thread known as Kama-ito (釜糸), traditionally used for Japanese embroidery and other fine textile work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike ordinary twisted silk thread, Kama-ito is an untwisted, flat silk thread. The individual silk filaments lie smoothly together, creating a beautiful soft surface and allowing the thread to produce a rich, elegant appearance when used in embroidery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of silk thread is particularly well suited for Japanese embroidery, kimono embroidery, decorative stitching, textile art, traditional crafts, and other detailed needlework. It can also be used creatively in contemporary embroidery and fiber-art projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you will receive\u003cbr\u003e6 paper tubes\u003cbr\u003e100% silk\u003cbr\u003eUntwisted Kama-ito \/ flat silk thread\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 40–50 meters (43–55 yards) per tube\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 240–300 meters (262–328 yards) in total\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe threads are wound onto the original paper tubes, preserving their traditional presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage Deadstock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are vintage deadstock threads that have been stored for many years. The paper wrapping may have light dirt, discoloration, or signs of age due to long-term storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, the silk thread itself is in good condition and has no problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are available only while supplies last. Because they are vintage deadstock, there will be no restock once they are sold out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wonderful opportunity to obtain traditional Japanese silk embroidery thread that is becoming increasingly difficult to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeight 30g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"zelkovajapan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67645857759452,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1459\/4268\/files\/DSC00321_e8d3ec5a-5cad-410b-b1b1-b154f82d5ab3.jpg?v=1791293576","url":"https:\/\/zelkovajapan.com\/products\/100-silk-japanese-embroidery-thread-untwisted-kama-ito-flat-silk-6-paper-tubes-vintage-deadstock-19653","provider":"Zelkova Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}