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Waxed polyester from Brazil

Linhasita waxed thread for micro-macramé

Linhasita thread is the go-to for micro-macramé and sliding-knot bracelets: a waxed polyester that holds knots, doesn't fray and finishes neatly with a flame.

Four diameters, from 0.35 to 1 mm, on a spool or as a 10-metre cut to try a colour.

Shop 0.5 mm thread Which diameter should I choose?

4 diametersfrom 0.35 to 1 mm
335 mon a 0.5 mm spool
10 mcut to try a colour

Micro-macramé necklaces in gold Linhasita thread with stones and medals

On spools

Choose your diameter

0.5 mm is the most used for micro-macramé; 1 mm gives bolder cords and bracelets.

In 10-metre cuts

To try a colour

A 10 m cut is enough for several simple bracelets: ideal for trying lots of colours without buying a whole spool.

Favourite colours

Gold, black, burgundy, ivory: the shades that sell fastest.

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Guide

Which Linhasita thread diameter should I choose?

Diameter	What for	Compatible beads	Spool
0.35 mm	Very fine micro-macramé, delicate bracelets	Small beads, 15/0 seed beads	448 m
0.5 mm	Micro-macramé, sliding bracelets	Beads with 0.6 mm holes and up, Miyuki 11/0	335 m
0.75 mm	Bolder bracelets and necklaces	8/0 seed beads, beads from 4 to 8 mm	250 m
1 mm	Cords, necklaces, chunky bracelets	Large-hole beads	180 m

Spool or cut? A 10 m cut lets you try a colour or make a few bracelets. A spool is more economical once you use the same shade often.

Always test that the thread goes through a bead before starting your pattern.

Spool of metallic fuchsia Linhasita waxed thread

Why Linhasita

A thread that holds its knots

From Brazil, Linhasita thread is a lightly waxed polyester. The wax makes knots "grip" without sticking to your fingers: patterns stay even, even on a bracelet worn every day.

Crisp knotsThe wax holds each knot in place for an even pattern.
No frayingThe thread stays clean when cut and is easy to work.
A flame finishThe end melts into a tiny ball: no glue needed.
A wide colour chartSolids, gold, silver and metallics to suit every taste.

Macramé essentials

Free tutorials

Macramé tutorials with Linhasita thread

Sliding knot, bracelets and necklaces: step-by-step photo guides with the supply list.

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To complete your bracelets

Beads and tools for macramé

FAQ

All about Linhasita thread

Which Linhasita thread diameter for a sliding bracelet?

0.5 mm is the most common: it's fine enough to go through small beads and strong enough for the sliding knot. Choose 1 mm for a more visible cord.

How do I burn the end of Linhasita thread?

Cut the thread 1 or 2 mm from the knot, then bring a lighter flame close without touching the thread: the polyester melts into a tiny ball that locks the knot. If needed, press with the back of your scissor blade to flatten it.

Does Linhasita thread fit through Miyuki beads?

Yes: 0.5 mm goes through beads with holes of 0.6 mm or more, including Miyuki Delica and 11/0 seed beads. For 15/0, choose 0.35 mm.

Spool or 10-metre cut?

A 10 m cut is for trying a colour or making a few bracelets. A spool (335 m in 0.5 mm) is much cheaper per metre if you often use the same shade.

What's the difference between Linhasita thread and waxed cotton cord?

Linhasita is polyester: it doesn't stretch, doesn't fray and finishes with a flame. Waxed cotton has a more matte look and is usually finished with a dot of glue.

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