Silk Handsewing and Buttonhole thread
This silk thread was made by the Gudebrod Brothers Silk Co. of Pottstown, PA - the last American manufacturer of silk thread. Unfortunately Gudebrod closed in July 2010 so the supply is limited.

Silk handsewing thread is available in sizes A and B, which are nearly identical in size.
Size A - 630 yard spool $16
Size B - 520 yard spool $16
Size B - 75 yard mini-spool $4

Silk buttonhole twist is available in Size #10 and Size F, which are identical in size.
Size #10 - 25 yard pre-waxed skein $4
Size F - 25 yard mini-spool $4
Size F - 185 yard spool $16

The pre-waxed thread looks dark due to the wax. The wax wears away as sewing, thus exposing the true color. Some of these thread skeins are packaged in 25 one-yard lengths, which makes it easier to use.

Approximately 25 yards of thread is needed to assemble a coat, and an equal amount to work the buttonholes. See the Silk Thread Order Form for available thread sizes and colors.

Thread samples are available. Send me a self addressed stamped envelope with your request of up to four thread color numbers.