I'm working on an effect where I need to load something that would be hanging from my hand from thread that would not be seen...this would be a "parlor/stage effect" so some thin regular thread would probably work...but I'm thinking somebody on here might know something that would be "less seen" but still work!!??

This would be something that weighs less than a pound...more like a few ounces so weight would'nt be a problem...still I don't want to have to "fight with" very thin thread ("invisible type")...maybe thin fishing line that's like 5 lb test or less????

Just wondering if anybody here has experience with really thin but "kind of strong" thread or line and where to get it!!???

Worth asking anyway???

THANKS!!!!

You want UNI-THREAD 08. it's very strong for it's size.. availalbe at a fly fishing store near you.

There is a thread used in sewing that is called invisible thread, although not the same thing magicians use. It is a very fine monofilament, similar to fishing line, but even thinner. It is generally available in clear or smokey gray. It can be found in just about any store that has a decent selection of sewing thread, fabrics, etc. I've even seen it in Wal Mart. It should be strong enough to hold your load. If not, then double it.

The problem with "invisible" thread from a sewing store is that it shines like a flashlight.

I have always used black silk thread, but it is becoming hard to get locally.

I'm definitely going to check UNI-THREAD 08. Any day I learn something new is a good day! Thanks, makeupguy!

I went to my habidashery store and couldn't find the invisible thread, so I went up to the assistant and said "do you stock invisible thread, I cant see it on the shelf...." Duh I felt so stupid!! (true story!)

I'd have told him..."I work in an office and last week the lady out front told me "the invisible man is here to see you"...and I told her to tell HIM..."tell him I can't see him"

With a straight face of course!!!

;)