What is a Corded Braid?
Kreinik Cord is a single-strand thread that has a metallic covering tightly wrapped over a core (gimp). Imagine a very thin, wire-like metallic thread that is strong enough to be used in a sewing machine but thin enough to add a clean line to designs. This Kreinik Cord is used to make Kreinik corded braids and corded ribbons. These heavier threads carry a “C” after the color number and have a nubby, real-metal appearance. Corded Braids are increasingly being used in place of real metal threads because they closely resemble them and are less costly. Besides being an alternative to real-metal threads, corded braids are also used in a design when you want to add a nubby texture such as the wheel on a locomotive. While basic metallic braids give a shiny finish, the nature of a corded braid makes it more subdued and texturized, thus opening up a world of design possibilities. Imagine using Kreinik Braid 003 Red alongside 003C Red Cord, for example; you will get two different textures from t
