sewing silk
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of sewing silk
First recorded in 1470–80
Example Sentences
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From these she made patterns, cutting and sewing silk flowers that she arranged in the parlor.
From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly
She couldn't match the edging, but she took two samples that were nearest to it, and she couldn't find the peculiar blue shade of sewing silk.
From Helen Grant's Schooldays by Douglas, Amanda M.
Mercerized cotton, linen, or any of the embroidery silks can be used for these stitches, in all sizes and colors, or they can be worked with ordinary thread, cotton or linen, sewing silk, or twist.
From Textiles and Clothing by Watson, Kate Heintz
My box held a tiny thimble and spools of green and red sewing silk, and I tucked it under alternate knees for safety.
From The Development of Embroidery in America by Wheeler, Candace
Thread made of silk is technically known as sewing silk; that made of flax is known as linen thread; while cotton thread intended for sewing is commonly called spool cotton.
From Textiles For Commercial, Industrial, and Domestic Arts Schools; Also Adapted to Those Engaged in Wholesale and Retail Dry Goods, Wool, Cotton, and Dressmaker's Trades by Dooley, William H. (William Henry)
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