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Beeswax

Threads being pulled through beeswax holder. Threads being pulled through beeswax holder.

Beeswax is a natural wax produced by honey bees of the genus Apis. Beeswax is used to protect and strengthen a sewing thread. Beeswax is especially used for goldwork and other forms of decorative needlework.

Digital source of illustration (retrieved 25 May 2016)

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Last modified on Monday, 13 March 2017 17:54