RELATIVE CHART OF SEWING FABRICS, NEEDLES AND THREADS

 

SEWING FABRICS

NEEDLE SIZES

THREAD SIZES

 

 

 

 

 

Fine tricot, Fine lace, Thin linen, Silk, Organza,

 

Cotton: 80

VERY THIN

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Synthetic

Chiffon

 

 

Fine Mercerized Cotton

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cotton: 60~80

LIGHTWEIGHT

Voile, Taffeta, Synthetics, Silk, Batiste

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Silk: “A”

Synthetic

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mercerized 50

 

 

 

 

 

Cotton, Gingham, Poplin, Percale, Pique, Satin,

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Cotton: 50~60

 

Silk: “A”

MEDIUM WEIGHT

Velvet, Lightweight wool, Fine corduroy,

(Supplied with your

Synthetic

 

Suitings, Linen, Muslin

machine.)

 

Mercerized 50~60

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HEAVYWEIGHT

Denim, Gabardine, Tweed, Corduroy, Canvas,

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Cotton: 40~50

Duck

Mercerized Heavy Duty

 

 

 

 

 

 

KNITS

Single knit, Double knit, Jersey, Tricot

Ball point 14

Cotton Wrapped Polyester

 

 

 

 

NOTE:

1.Select the correct needle and thread size from the above chart.

2.Use the same size thread for the upper (spool) and lower (bobbin) threads.

TABLEAU DES COMBINAISONS TISSU/AIGUILLE/FIL

 

TISSUS

CALIBRES

TAILLES DE FILS

 

D’AIGUILLES

 

 

 

 

Tricot léger, passementerie fine, lin délicat, soie,

 

Coton: 80

TRES FINS

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Synthétiques

tulle, crêpe

 

 

Coton mercerisé fin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Coton: 60~80

LEGERS

Voile, taffetas, synthétiques, soie, batiste

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Soie: “A”

Synthétiques

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mercerisé calibre 50

 

 

 

 

 

Coton, vichy, popeline, percale, piqué, satin, ve-

14

Coton: 50~60

 

lours, laine légère, velours côtelé fin, tissus de

Soie: “A”

MOYENS

(Livrés avec la

confection, lin, mousseline

Synthétiques

 

machine)

 

 

Mercerisé calibre 50~60

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LOURDS

Jeans, gabardine, tweed, velours côtelé, ca-

 

Coton: 40~50

nevas, coutil

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Mercerisé très résistant

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tricot simple, double, jersey, tricot en géné-

 

 

TRICOTS

ral

14

Polyester enrobé de coton

 

 

 

 

REMARQUE:

1.Sélectionner selon le tableau ci-dessus la taille de fil et le calibre d’aiguille adéquats.

2.Utiliser la même taille de fil pour les fils inférieur (canette) et supérieur (bobine).

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Brother VX 1400 Relative Chart of Sewing FABRICS, Needles and Threads, Tableau DES Combinaisons TISSU/AIGUILLE/FIL

VX 1400 specifications

The Brother VX 1400 is a versatile sewing machine designed for both novice and experienced sewists. Known for its user-friendly features, the VX 1400 combines reliability with innovative technology to deliver exceptional performance.

One of the standout features of the Brother VX 1400 is its built-in stitch options. With a selection of over 25 stitches, including utility stitches, decorative stitches, and stretch stitches, this machine allows users to explore a variety of sewing projects. The easy-to-use selector dial makes it simple to choose the desired stitch, ensuring that users can complete their tasks with efficiency and precision.

The VX 1400 is equipped with an automatic needle threader, a game-changer for those sewing for extended periods. This feature simplifies the threading process, allowing users to focus more on their creative projects rather than dealing with frustrating interruptions. Additionally, the top-loading bobbin system further enhances convenience, making it easier to insert and monitor bobbin thread levels.

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The machine also features adjustable stitch length and width, providing sewists with complete control over their creations. This adaptability is particularly beneficial for various fabrics, from lightweight materials to heavier textiles, allowing users to customize their sewing experience.

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