Product Description
Madeira Wash Away Basting Thread is a clever temporary sewing thread designed to dissolve completely in water after use. Perfect for quilting, appliqué, embroidery, garment construction and fabric positioning, this wash-away thread makes it easy to hold fabrics securely in place before permanent stitching.
Ideal for both hand and machine basting, it saves time by eliminating the need to unpick temporary stitches. The fine white thread provides reliable temporary hold while remaining easy to sew with on a wide range of fabrics and projects.
A must-have sewing room essential for quilters, embroiderers, dressmakers and crafters looking for cleaner, faster and more accurate project preparation.
Key Features
- Brand: Madeira
- Product Type: Wash Away Basting Thread
- Colour: White
- Water soluble temporary sewing thread
- Dissolves fully in water after stitching
- Suitable for machine and hand basting
- Ideal for quilting, appliqué and embroidery
- Helps position fabrics before permanent sewing
- Eliminates manual removal of tacking stitches
- Fine thread for temporary fabric holding
How To Use & Hints and Tips
- Use the thread for temporary seams, basting or positioning fabrics.
- Sew as normal by hand or machine before completing final stitching.
- Once the permanent stitching is complete, rinse or wash the project in water to dissolve the thread.
- Test on delicate or speciality fabrics before full use.
Hints & Tips:
- Ideal for quilt sandwich basting and appliqué placement.
- Great for machine embroidery stabilising techniques.
- Store in a dry place away from moisture and humidity.
- Avoid steam ironing directly onto unused thread.
