sewing silk

American  

noun

1. finely twisted silk thread used for sewing, embroidery, etc.

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Etymology

Origin of sewing silk

First recorded in 1470–80

Example Sentences

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

In another compartment, wrapped in tissue paper, was a small bunch of pressed violets, tied with a bit of blue sewing silk.

From Infelice by Evans, Augusta J. (Augusta Jane)

My darling Laura,— My poor wits, in these days, are like bits of sewing silk wound on a card.

From Julia Ward Howe 1819-1910 by Elliott, Maud Howe

Sometimes scent satchets and jewelled caskets are found fitted with quaint reels for sewing silk and curious needle holders.

From Chats on Household Curios by Burgess, Fred. W. (Frederick William)

"Oh, my dear little girl!" cried one of the customers, who had been buying the sewing silk.

From Bunny Brown and His Sister Sue Keeping Store by Rogers, Walter S.