Selecting Needle and Thread

For general sewing use needle size 11 or 14. Afine thread andneedle 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
Inthe needle set there isone 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 canvasr 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 tofollow 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 tt should be strong, smooth and consistent in thickness.
WEIGHT
Very Light
Light
FABRIC
Chiffon, Georgette, Fine Lace, Organdy, Organdy
Net, Tulle
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
k....
Single Knits, Jersey, Swimwear, Tricot
TYPE OF NEEDLE
Universal
Ball Point
Orange
Blue
Blue
Ball Point
NEEDLE SIZE
Leather, Suede
Flannel, Velour, Velvet, Muslin, Velveteen, Poplin,
Corduroy, Broadcloth, Linen, Chintz, Gabardine,
Felt, Terry,Burlap, Quilted Fabrics
Double Knits, (synthetic and natural) Stretch
Velour,
Stretch Terry,
Sweater Knits
Leather, Vinyl, Suede
Denim, Sailcloth, Ticking
Double Faced Wool, Heavy Coating, Fake Fur,
Drapery Fabrics
Leather, Suede
Canvas, Duck, Upholstery Fabrics
9 (65)
9 (65)
11 (75)
11 (75)
12 (85)
11(75)
11 (75)
Wedge Point Leather 11 (75)
Red 14 (90)
Medium
Ball Point 14(90)
Wedge Point Leather
Denim
Purple
Wedge Point Leather
Green
Topstitching for Special Finish
Heavy
Topstitching
14 (90)
16 (100)
16 (!00)
16 (100)
18 (110)
11 (75)
14 (90)
14