Gilt Smooth Purl Smooth Purls are a delicate wire thread tightly coiled into a soft, flexible hollow tube with a subtle matte finish. They add a unique finish and texture to goldwork embroidery. These tubes are cut into small sections, or beads using a fine sharp embroidery scissors and stitched onto the fabric by threading through their hollow center. This keeps the stitching concealed. The purl beads or chips can be layered over felt or crochet cotton padding to create a raised, dimensional effect on the design. Gilt threads have ½ % of gold in the plating covering copper. Consider combining with Rough Purl, Gilt Faconnee, Pearl Purl, or Wire Check for a unique look. Smooth purl is available in a variety of sizes. Sizes Gilt Smooth Purl #7MET-1034 Smallest Gilt Smooth Purl #6 MET-1035 Gilt Smooth Purl #5 MET-1036 Sold in 1 yard / box In addition to our goldwork threads collection, don't forget to browse our other vast collections including church appliques, liturgical trims and notions, church fabrics & linens, vestments, and more! SPECIAL REQUESTS & QUICK DELIVERY OPTIONS Also, feel free to contact us anytime (or email us) for any customizations, special requests, or quick deliveries. You can also visit our quick ship vestments page for quick-ship options.