Factory temporarily closed

For the safety of our staff, we have decided to close the Kreinik factory until February 5, 2021. Unfortunately we have several crew members out with COVID, and several waiting for test results. We want to make sure everyone stays healthy and returns healthy.

No threads will be made or shipped until we get back on February 5. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience during these unprecedented times.

Stay safe and healthy!

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"I need Balger, which thread is it?"

"I need the Balger, which thread is it?" We get this inquiry a lot, especially now during the pandemic as people are stitching older projects from their stash.

Balger was the name we used for our metallic thread line back in the 1970s/1980s. Today we have about 20 different threads in that line, but back then the number was much smaller. If your design uses that old term "Balger," we know it's probably Blending Filament, Cord, or #8 Braid. In order to figure out which of these three threads your project may be calling for, we need to look at how the thread is being used in the design.

If you have an older project — particularly a cross stitch project — check your chart or pattern for these potentially identifying factors:

• Is the Balger color meant to be combined with cotton floss? If so, it is probably Blending Filament.
• Is the Balger color meant to be used by itself, for a bolder look? It is probably Fine #8 Braid.
• Does the Balger color have a "C" in the color number? It is our thin Cord.

Of course, if you're having any trouble identifying a Kreinik thread from old, you can also email us and we'll do our best to figure it out together.

Keep in mind that some colors have been discontinued over the years. Here's a list of those colors: http://kreinikthread.blogspot.com/2019/04/discontinued-kreinik-thread-colors.html

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Your chance to see Kreinik in person in 2020

Here is our tentative 2020 show and class schedule. More events and dates will be announced, so check back often. We hope to see you in person and share our passion for gorgeous, colorful, fun fibers! 

• JANUARY 10: Doug Kreinik Threads Talk in Richmond, VA
• JANUARY 11-12: Virginia Fly Fishing & Wine Festival, Doswell VA
• FEBRUARY 15: Doug Kreinik Threads Talk at Stitch Stash Rehoboth Beach
• FEBRUARY 22: Doug Kreinik Threads Talk at Hillside Needlepoint in Maryland
• FEBRUARY 23: Doug Kreinik Threads Talk at Stitch Middleburg in Virginia
• MARCH 6-8: Nashville Needlework Market trade show  
• MARCH 20-23: Orlando Needlepoint Market trade show
• APRIL 16-19: Chicago Miniature Show
• APRIL 29: Doug Kreinik Threads Talk at The Needlepointer in Everett, WA
• MAY 16: Doug Kreinik Threads Talk at The Village Sampler in St. Albans, WV
• JUNE 27-JULY 5: closed for summer break
• SEPTEMBER: Destination Dallas needlepoint trade show
• OCTOBER 1-3: Kreinik Factory Outlet Store Tent Sale
• OCTOBER 5-10: Fly fishing trade show in Denver
• OCTOBER 21: Doug Kreinik Thread Talk at Needlepoint Clubhouse, Kirkwood, MO
• DECEMBER 24: Closed for holiday break (dec 24-Jan 3)

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Farewell to this Kreinik color

We hate to discontinue colors, but sometimes it is necessary. Due to production issues, we have to discontinue one of our holographic colors: 031L Berry Red. Please make a note of it if you are using it in a project (stock up to make sure you have enough). This applies to all thread sizes, including Braids, Ribbons, Filament and Flash.

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by stoppage or shortage in colors. Some good alternatives to 031L include the antiqued version, 153V Vintage Burgundy or 080HL Garnet Hi Lustre.

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