To celebrate its comeback, the famous brand Fil Au Chinois has reproduced the packaging of their linen thread, sold in capsules in bygone days. This thread is lightly waxed to make sewing easier. It is manufactured in the north of France, the birthplace of Fil Au Chinois. The label on the capsule features the famous illustration of the Chinois character. Each spool contains 50 meters of thread. Available in a variety of colors. The thickness of this thread is No. 40.  This thread has so very many uses.  Our customers for this product range from people who sew to knitters wanting to reinforce seams.  it is a great all purpose thread where strength is essential!