Matching Needle / Fabric / Thread

NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE

NEEDLE SIZE	FABRICS	THREAD

9-11(65-75)	Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons, voile, silk , muslin, interlocks, cotton knits,	Light-duty thread in cotton, nylon or polyester.
	tricots, jerseys, crepes, woven polyester, shirt & blouse fabrics.

12(80)	Medium weight fabrics-cotton, satin, kettlecloth, sailcloth, double knits,	Most threads sold are medium size and suitable for these fabrics and
	lightweight wool.	needle sizes.
		Use polyester threads on synthetic materials and cotton on natural
14(90)	Medium weight fabrics-cotton duck, wool, heavier knits, terrycloth, denims.
		woven fabrics for best results.
16(100)	Heavyweight fabrics-canvas, wool, outdoor tent and quilted fabrics,	woven fabrics for best results.
16(100)		Always use the same thread on top and bottom.
	denims, upholstery material (light to medium).	Always use the same thread on top and bottom.
	denims, upholstery material (light to medium).

18(110)	Heavy wool, overcoat fabrics, upholstery fabrics, some leathers and vinyls.	Heavy duty thread, carpet thread.
		(Increase presser foot pressure and top tension.)

IMPORTANT: Match needle size to thread size and weight of fabric

NEEDLES	EXPLANATION	TYPE OF FABRIC

HA×1	Standard sharp needles.	Natural woven fabrics-wool, cotton, silk, etc.
15×1	Sizes range thin to large. 9 (65) to 18(110)	Qiana. Not recommended for double knits.

15×1/705H(SIN)	Semi-ball point needle, scarfed. 9(65) to 18(110)	Natural and synthetic woven fabrics, polyester blends.Knits-polyesters,
		interlocks, tricot, single and double knits.
		Can be used instead of 15×1 for sewing all fabrics.

15×1/705H (SUK)	Full ball point needle 9(65) to 18(110)	Sweater knits, Lycra, swimsuit fabric, elastic.

130 PCL	Leather needles. 12(80) to 18(110)	Leather, vinyl, upholstery.
		(Leaves smaller hole than standard large needle.)