Au Ver à Soie Silk Chenille “131” – Box of 5 m – 100% Silk – by Au Ver à Soie
Au Ver à Soie Silk Chenille is a luxurious textured embroidery thread made in France, designed with a soft velvety surface that creates a rich, plush effect reminiscent of velvet. Its unique structure makes it ideal for decorative embroidery, appliqué, and artistic textile work.
Historically inspired, silk chenille has been widely used in antique embroidery for depicting natural elements such as moss, grass, and foliage, as well as for decorative clothing details, quilting, and embellishment work from the 17th century through the Victorian era.
The thread features a strong silk core made of twisted silk filaments, with fine cut silk fibers inserted to create its characteristic soft, fuzzy texture. This construction gives chenille its distinctive tactile and visual depth, similar to a caterpillar-like appearance.
The yarn is suitable for both hand and machine use and is available in a wide range of colors compatible with Soie d’Alger, Soie Ovale, Soie de Paris, Soie Gobelins, and silk ribbons.
This box contains 5 meters of silk chenille in color “131”.
Details:
• Colors: Shade “131”
• Length: 5 meters (5.5 yards) per box
• Composition: 100% Silk
• Thread Type: Silk chenille yarn (velvet effect)
• Name: Silk Chenille
• Type: Single-color specialty thread
• Brand: Au Ver à Soie
• Ideal for: Hand embroidery, appliqué, textile decoration, historical embroidery, quilting, fine detailing, machine embroidery, weaving accents
• Condition: New
• Origin: Made in France
Needle Recommendations: Hand embroidery: chenille needles or embroidery needles (sizes 7–10 depending on fabric); Machine use: fine needles suitable for textured threads.
Tip: Use short lengths to preserve the velvet texture and avoid fraying during stitching.
