Selecting Needle and Thread
For general sewing use needle size 11 or 14. A fine thread and needle should be used for sewing lightweight
fabrics so the fabric will not be marred. Heavy fabrics require a needle large enough to pierce the fabric
without fraying the needle thread°
In the needle set there is one each of size 11, 14, 16, 18 and a blue needle. Use the blue needle to eliminate
skipped stitches when sewing knits and synthetic fabrics..
Special needles should be used on certain fabrics_A denim needle with a sharp tip effectively pierces dense
fabrics such as denim and canvas. For topstitching, a special topstitching needle with a larger eye accommodates
heavier weight thread. Leather needles punch small holes in leather and suede allowing the thread to follow through
the hole.
Check your needles frequently for rough or blunt tips. Snags and runs in knits, fine silks and silk-like fabrics are
permanent and are often caused by damaged needles.
Always purchase a good quality thread.. It should be strong, smooth and consistent in thickness°
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WEIGHT
FABRIC
TYPE OF NEEDLE
NEEDLE
SIZE
Chiffon, Georgette,
Fine Lace, Organdy, Organdy
Universal
9 (65)
Very Light
Net, Tulle
Bail point
9 (65)
Light
Batiste, Voile, Lawn, Pure Silk, Crepe de Chine,
Sheer Crepe, Chambray, Handkerchief Linen,
Gingham, Challis, Percale, Wool Crepe, Peau de
Sole, Taffeta, Satin, Silk Surah, Satin-backed
Crepe, Qiana
Orange
Blue
11(75)
11(75)
Single Knits, Jersey, Swimwear, Tricot
Blue
11 (75)
Ball point
11 (75)
Leather, Suede
Wedge point leather
11 (75)
Flannel, Velour, Velvet, Muslin, Velvefceen, Poplin,
Corduroy,
Broadcloth, Linen, Chintz, Gabardine,
Red
14 (90)
Felt, Terry, Burlap, Quilted Fabrics
Medium
Double Knits, (synthetic and natural) Stretch
Velour,
Ball point
14 (90)
Stretch Terry,
Sweater Knits
Leather, Vinyl, Suede
Wedge point leather
14 (90)
Denim, Sailcloth, Ticking
Denim
'16 (100)
Double Faced Wool, Heavy Coating, Fake Fur,
Purple
16 (100)
Heavy
Drapery Fabrics
Leather, Suede
Wedge point leather
16 (100)
Canvas, Duck, Upholstery Fabrics
Green
18 (1t0)
Topstitching for Special Finish
Topstitching
11 (75)
14 (90)
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