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This item will be posted to you by Paivatar Yarns within 3 days of receiving payment.
| Shipping destination | Cost | Additional items |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | £1.50 | |
| EU & Northern Ireland | £9.50 | |
| United States | £10.50 | |
| Rest of the World | £10.50 |
NEW: Hand stitched Sami Reindeer and Fish leather bags and pouches.
Pewter or Tin thread was known as the poor man’s silver. The Saami would melt down pewter or tin plates and spin the metal into a fine thread which they used to make jewellery and decorate their clothing and other items.
The thread can be braided and stitched onto leather or clothing to embellish the item.
I order the pewter thread from Sámi craftsmen in Sweden and Norway.
You have 14 days, from receipt, to notify the seller if you wish to cancel your order or exchange an item.
Unless faulty, the following types of items are non-refundable: items that are personalised, bespoke or made-to-order to your specific requirements; items which deteriorate quickly (e.g. food), personal items sold with a hygiene seal (cosmetics, underwear) in instances where the seal is broken; digital items.
Please note that if your order is being posted outside mainland UK, you (or the recipient) may have to pay customs or VAT charges and a handling fee. The seller is not responsible for any charges or fees that may incur.
Full description
This listing is for 3 meters of pewter tin thread of .45 mm width
Pewter thread is traditionally used for embroidery and embellishments on Sami style clothing.
The pewter thread is 96% tin and 4% silver. Nickel free.
The pewter/silver wire is spun around a cotton thread core. The sizing of pewter wire refers to the diameter of the thread before it is spun.
Pre-spun diameter .25 mm Spun diameter: .70 mm
Pre-spun diameter .30 mm Spun Diameter: .80 mm
Pre-spun diameter .35 mm Spun Diameter: .90 mm
Pre-spun diameter .40 mm Spun Diameter: 1.05 mm
Pre-spun diameter .45 mm Spun Diameter: 1.15 mm
The pewter thread is available in a selection of sizes and sold in 3 meter lengths. If you would like to order a different length, please contact me.
Due to rising shipping costs, all items are now shipped by Royal Mail 2nd Class.
I currently offer Free Shipping to the UK.
My local post office is no longer open every day, but I do ship all items as soon as possible. Your patience is appreciated.
If you require your items urgently, please let me know.
Buyers are responsible for any additional taxes or duties that may apply.
Returns accepted for items in unused condition only.
Designed by Paivi Suomi
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