Thread That
Glows

Yes — all three SewGlo™ variants are designed to survive machine washing. The thread's coating is water resistant and rated for multiple wash cycles. The standard care instruction is machine wash cold, hang dry.

The thread itself handles washing without issue. The connector and battery pack are the parts that need attention — always disconnect and remove the battery pack before washing. The connector end of the thread should be sealed with a small amount of waterproof glue if the garment will be washed frequently or submerged.

Kits come with a pre-soldered connector on the end and a battery pack — ready to use. They're the right choice if you want to test the product, build a single project, or need a turn-key wearable setup. Available in 1m, 2.5m, and 5m lengths.

By the meter is raw thread with no connector. It's the right choice if you're integrating SewGlo™ into a larger production workflow, using your own power solution, or need a specific length not covered by the kits. You can add a custom connector to any by-the-meter order so it's still plug-and-play with Ellumiglow power sources.

For OEM and volume orders — including custom spool sizes, branded connectors, or production-run quantities — use the Start a Project form. We support bulk pricing and can source custom inverters tuned specifically for high-volume SewGlo™ installations.

The main difference is integration depth. EL Wire sits on top of or alongside fabric — it's attached, glued, sewn in a channel, or woven in. It stays visible as a separate element and produces a brighter, more defined line of light. EL Wire is the right choice when visibility and brightness are the priority, or when the light element is a design feature rather than something embedded in the textile itself.

SewGlo™ becomes part of the fabric. Because it's actual thread, it can be used in any stitch pattern, run through the fabric's own weave, or replace functional thread in a seam. The result is illumination that appears to come from within the garment rather than being added to it. At 0.3–0.48mm diameter, it disappears into the fabric when unlit.