Petrol Blue sits in the blue range and reads deep or fresh depending on the fabric — the surroundings decide. At 50 m the spool is deliberately small. The colour code is 483. Ordinary sewing thread in a matching colour belongs in the bobbin.
For the bobbin take ordinary sewing thread in a matching colour, not the effect thread itself. Its metallic shine comes from a wrapped foil. That is why the thread wants to be worked more slowly than smooth sewing thread. Note the colour code with your project. This small spool covers several accents.
What Gütermann Metallic Effekt Petrolblau is suitable for
- small machine embroidery
- festive and Christmas decorations
- outlines around matt designs
Sewing tips
- Eine Metallicnadel mit großem Öhr verwenden.
- Langsam nähen und die Oberfadenspannung lockern.
- Als Unterfaden normales Nähgarn in passender Farbe nehmen.
- Für Ziernähte die Stichlänge etwas verlängern, dann kommt der Glanz besser zur Geltung.
- Über der fertigen Naht nicht direkt bügeln.
Matching colour code 483
Available in more colours in the Gütermann Metallic Effekt series.
Frequently asked questions
How fast may I stitch?
Considerably slower than with polyester. Friction in the needle eye warms the thread, and metal foil takes that worse than a smooth core. About half your usual speed is a good starting point.
May I iron over the embroidery?
No, not directly. Metal foil takes no direct heat and turns dull. If ironing is needed, work from the reverse with a cloth between and at a low temperature.
Can I stitch whole areas with it?
Technically yes, visually rarely sensible. The shine works hardest as an accent. Across large areas it reads restless, and longer stitching time raises the risk of thread breaks.
Is the spool sold singly?
Yes, every spool is sold on its own. Since metallic thread is usually needed for single accents only, one spool often lasts across many projects without running out.
