Description
Barbour No. 12 Hemp Thread is a premium-quality unwaxed fine single-strand linen thread trusted by traditional saddlers, harness makers and leathercraft professionals. Supplied in a convenient 50-gram spool, this natural hemp linen thread is designed for hand sewing where users prefer to create their own custom thread thickness.
Unlike pre-waxed thread, Barbour No. 12 Hemp Thread allows leatherworkers to pull together multiple strands before drawing them through beeswax and rolling the thread to achieve the exact diameter required for each project. This traditional method produces a smooth, durable hand-sewing thread with excellent strength, flexibility and stitch control.
Ideal for fine leatherwork through to heavier saddlery projects, this thread is well suited to wallets, belts, bags, harness, bridles, knife sheaths, holsters and restoration work where traditional linen thread is preferred. Barbour has long been recognised for manufacturing premium-quality linen threads that deliver reliable performance and professional results.
Specifications
- 📏 Size: No. 12 Fine Single Strand
- ⚖️ Weight: 50 Grams
- 🟤 Material: Natural Hemp Linen
- ✨ Finish: Unwaxed
- ⚙️ Style: Fine Single Strand Thread
- 🧵 Use: Pull multiple strands together and wax with beeswax to achieve desired thickness
- 👜 Ideal For: Saddlery, harness making, belts, wallets, bags, leathercraft and traditional hand stitching
Applications
Barbour No. 12 Hemp Thread is commonly used for:
- Traditional hand stitching
- Saddlery and harness work
- Leather belts
- Wallets
- Bags
- Knife sheaths
- Holsters
- Bridle repairs
- Restoration projects
- General leathercraft
Why Choose Barbour Hemp Thread?
Barbour has earned a worldwide reputation for producing premium linen threads for leatherworking and saddlery. The unwaxed construction gives experienced leatherworkers complete control over the number of strands and amount of wax applied, allowing thread thickness to be customised for different projects. When used with quality beeswax, it produces a smooth, durable thread that creates attractive, long-lasting hand stitching.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this thread pre-waxed?
No. This is an unwaxed linen thread designed to be waxed by the user.
How is it normally used?
Multiple strands are pulled together, drawn through beeswax and rolled to create the desired thickness before stitching.
What projects is it suitable for?
It is suitable for saddlery, harness work, belts, bags, wallets, holsters, knife sheaths and other traditional leathercraft projects.
Can beginners use this thread?
Yes. Although commonly used by professional saddlers, it is also suitable for leatherworkers wanting to learn traditional hand-stitching methods.
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