Anchor Tapestry Wool is a premium-quality needlework thread made from 100% pure new wool. Designed specifically for canvas embroidery, needlepoint, and tapestry work, it offers excellent coverage, durability, and a smooth stitching experience.
Each skein is made from a 4-ply tightly twisted wool, which helps reduce fraying and tangling while you work. As a result, stitches sit neatly on the canvas, creating an even and professional finish. This makes it suitable for both traditional tapestry projects and more contemporary textile work.
In addition to classic needlepoint, Anchor Tapestry Wool is a favourite for Yorkshire button making. Its thickness is ideal for size 8 looms and works particularly well for small button-based pin cushions. Wool is naturally gentle on pins, helping to protect points and maintain sharpness over time.
This wool has long been valued for its reliability and colour quality. However, due to changing supply chains, certain shades are becoming harder to source. For this reason, securing specific colours while they are available is recommended.
Please note: colours may appear differently on screen. Before ordering, customers are asked to refer to the Colour Disclaimer page, which explains how lighting and display settings can affect colour appearance.
Product Specifications
- Material: 100% pure new wool
- Thread type: 4-ply twisted tapestry wool
- Length: 10 metres per skein
- Construction: Tight twist for reduced fraying
- Properties: Hard-wearing, colourfast, moth-treated
- Packaging: Plastic-free
- Sold as: Single skein
- Brand: Anchor
Uses & Applications
Anchor Tapestry Wool is suitable for a wide range of hand sewing and needlework projects, including:
- Canvas embroidery and needlepoint
- Traditional tapestry work
- Cushion fronts and wall hangings
- Mindful and therapeutic stitching
- Small bags and decorative accessories
- Yorkshire buttons and button-based pin cushions
- General decorative textile projects
Care Instructions
- Machine washable up to 40°C
- Do not bleach
- Do not tumble dry
- Iron on a medium (2-dot) setting if required (Use a clean, dry pressing cloth)
- Suitable for professional dry cleaning
Working tip: For best results, use thread lengths of no more than 50 cm, even though the tight twist helps minimise tangling.
Sustainability & Values
This product is supplied in plastic-free packaging, supporting environmentally responsible crafting. It reflects our preference for traditional, long-lasting natural materials in everyday sewing and needlework.
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