In days gone by, linen thread was sold in either capsules or on thread cards. The linen thread is waxed for easier handling and is made in the north of France, the traditional home of Fil Au Chinois. These cards are called stars and are decorated with six designs, each depicting the renowned Fil Au Chinois Chinaman during different periods. The color of the cards is random and does not necessarily correspond to the color of the thread. This thread is extreme strong and perfect for sewing buttons, snaps or for heavy duty work. Sold in set of six, each card is 5.5 in diameter and contains 20 meters of thread. Available in 4 Color Combinations:

• Set 1: white, black, ecru, gabardine, beige, tobacco
• Set 2: light grey, khaki, dark grey, navy, bronze, dark green
• Set 3: golden yellow, orange, garnet, red, rose, azure
• Set 4: dark grey, royal, gold, bright green, dark brown