aqua-soluble thread
[ˈɑːkwə ˈsɒljəbl θrɛd]
nounpl: aqua-soluble threads
fio solúvel em água
1. A specialized textile thread that dissolves in water, typically used in embroidery, machine sewing, and temporary stitching applications
The embroiderer used aqua-soluble thread to create temporary guidelines before finishing the design.
A bordadeira usou fio solúvel em água para criar linhas temporárias antes de finalizar o design.
2. A support thread used in machine embroidery that is removed by washing with water after the final stitching is complete
After completing the embroidery, simply soak the garment in water to dissolve the aqua-soluble thread.
Após completar a bordadura, mergulhe a peça em água para dissolver o fio solúvel em água.
Aqua-soluble thread is particularly popular in Brazil's thriving embroidery and textile crafting communities, especially in regions like São Paulo and Minas Gerais where traditional embroidery techniques are maintained. It's widely used in both industrial machine embroidery and handicraft settings. The term reflects the globalization of textile terminology, with English technical terms often adopted in Brazilian Portuguese professional contexts.
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