100% pure silk, smooth with a luxurious feel, twisted 3-ply cord with a soft sheen and extreme suppleness. Made in Germany, this Griffin natural silk comes in a red color, size 12 (0.98mm/0.038” diameter), and is 2 meters in length. A stainless-steel needle is attached. This silk cord is ideal for knotting pearls, gemstones, crystals, and beads in necklaces or bracelets. The thread is durable enough to withstand scratching, stretching, and wear & tear, making it optimal for jewelry making. Pure Silk is also used in fiber arts, needle crafting, making tassels, embroidery, sewing, creating buttonholes, tailoring, and hand quilting. Griffin has over 150 years of tradition as a manufacturer and wholesaler of top-quality bead stringing materials and jewelry accessories.