Category Archives: Footwear

Anefil Nylon® ECO100

A&E is committed to providing ethically-produced, industrial sewing threads that exceed market and customer expectations. Eco-friendly, A&E‘s Anefil Nylon® ECO100 manufactured using 100% recycled, 6.6 nylon. Providing very good abrasion resistance and excellent seam strength, Anefil Nylon® ECO100 delivers a great sewing performance. This recycled, twisted multifilament sewing thread is available in bonded or soft …

Anefil Poly® ECO100

ECO100 products are produced in GRS SCOPE CERTIFIED facilities. Anefil Poly® ECO100 is a 100% recycled, polyester sewing thread featuring a twisted multifilament construction. This sustainable thread displays good abrasion , chemical resistance , and very good color fastness. Anefil Poly® ECO100 allows for the flexibility to infuse an ecologically-friendly, premium sewing thread into a …

Anefil™ Reflector

Engineered for reflective, decorative visibility, A&E’s innovative Anefil™ Reflector sewing and embroidery thread provides luminescence and durability, while maintaining aesthetic appearance in garment and fashion apparel applications. Anefil™ Reflector  is primarily used for creating reflective overedge seams, but this innovative thread’s smaller size is also regularly used to create decorative embroidery embellishments. Multiple put-ups are …

String Lasting Cords

Polyester pull strings used for the string lasting of footwear. The string lasting process is comprised of the upper being pulled down over the feather edge of the last and the lasting allowance is turned back under the last. The insole is used for lasting. After closing the upper pieces together, the string lasting cord …

High Performance Bobbins

A&E produces High Performance Bobbins in a wide array of filament and staple spun fibers and constructions. Representing the perfect combination of quality and time-saving convenience, these bobbins greatly reduce sewing interruptions, while providing consistent stitch formation and dependable performance. Package designed to speed your productions, A&E’s High Performance Bobbins are precision wound allowing for …

HMP Waxed Polyester Hand Sewing Threads

Ludlow waxed handsewing threads are used for handsewing footwear. The high strength, waxed polyester threads are available in multiple colors and sold in specific cut lengths with tapered ends. Ludlow waxed handsewing threads have been an industry staple for generations.

Braided Bottoming Thread

A high strength sewing thread constructed from braided polyester or cotton for the bottoming of footwear, including boots and heavy shoes. Excellent durability and stitch appearance in the finished product.

Anefil Poly®

Providing good overall seam strength and a better resistance to UV exposure than traditional nylon sewing threads, A&E‘s Anefil Poly® is available in soft or a bonded finish. This thread delivers excellent seam strength with fewer sewing interruptions due in part to its twisted multifilament, continuous polyester construction. Anefil Poly® is available in Bonded, SST …

Anefil Nylon® Dry

Anefil Nylon® Dry combines the same twisted multifilament nylon sewing thread as in Anefil Nylon®, with an enhanced, non-wicking application. Available in bonded and soft finishes, this thread’s twisted multifilament construction delivers a sewing thread with good abrasion resistance and excellent seam strength for a superior sewing performance. When bonded, Anefil Nylon® Dry displays excellent …

Anecord Nylon®

A&E’s Anecord Nylon® is performance engineered for superior abrasion resistance. Featuring a bonded, monocord construction, this thread lays flat in the seam, ideal for applications requiring low profile stitching. Exceptionally strong for its size, Anecord Nylon® provides good overall strength and delivers a higher yield versus multifilament nylon products. Prewound bobbins are available. PRODUCT INFORMATION  …