Shirring elastic — thin round elastic used by winding through the sewing machine bobbin to create beautiful smocked and gathered effects on fabric. A popular technique for dressmaking, childrenswear and home accessories. Available in black, white and colours across 2 options.
Gutermann Elastic Thread – Shirring, Smocking & Gimp 10m Reels Material: 64% Polyester / 36% Polyurethane Length: 10 metres per reel Available colours: Mid Grey, White, Light Blue, Red, Black, Brown, Yellow, Pink, Navy, Fuchsia, Beige Construction: Highly flexible elastic thread with exceptional recovery Origin: Germany Uses: Shirring, smocking, gimp work, elasticated gathers, buttonhole reinforcement, raised embroidery Suitable for machine sewing (bobbin) and hand stitching Fully washable and highly durable Gutermann is one of the world's most trusted thread brands, and their elastic thread is no exception. Wound on convenient 10-metre reels, this premium elastic thread delivers consistent tension and outstanding recovery — essential for professional shirring and smocking results. The 64% polyester / 36% polyurethane blend gives it the perfect balance of stretch and strength, making it a go-to choice for dressmakers, embroiderers, and craft enthusiasts alike.How to use: For shirring, wind the elastic thread onto your machine bobbin by hand (do not use the machine winder), then sew with a regular thread on top. The fabric will gather automatically as you stitch. For smocking, use by hand or machine to create decorative elasticated pleats. For gimp work, use to stabilise edges, reinforce buttonholes, or guide raised embroidery details. Always test on a scrap of fabric first to check tension and gather ratio.Colour accuracy: Images are representative. Actual colour may vary slightly depending on your monitor settings and lighting conditions. If colour matching is critical, we recommend ordering a reel to check before purchasing in quantity.
£1.55
Prym Shirring Elastic Thread 0.6mm – Bulk Pack of 10 Spools About the Thread• Premium Quality: A highly flexible, durable 0.6mm elastic thread designed for creating uniform, flexible gathers, ruffles, and puckered stitching on lightweight fabrics.• Specifications: Each individual spool contains 20 metres of elastic thread, giving you a total of 200 metres per pack.• Perfect For: Smocking, shirring waistbands, cuffs, necklines, children's garments, sundresses, and creative textile crafts. Colour Options Available Choose the perfect shade or metallic accent to match your fabric selection:• Black• White• Assorted (A mixed selection of essential shades)• Lurex Gold (Finished with a brilliant metallic sparkle)• Lurex Silver (Finished with a bright metallic sheen) How to Order Your Pack We supply these essential sewing threads in trade-value multi-packs to keep your work box fully stocked: 1. Select your preferred colour or metallic finish from the dropdown options.2. Select your required quantity: Every pack purchased contains 10 wholesale spools of your chosen variant.
£3.60
