SEWING
NEEDLE, THREAD & FABRIC GUIDE
Knit Fabrics | NEEDLE STYLE | NEEDLE SIZE |
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Lightweight: Tricot | Universal or Ballpoint | 9/65, 10/70 |
Medium: Interlock, Lycra | Universal or Ballpoint | 11/75, 12/80, 14/90 |
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Heavyweight: Double Knit, Velour | Universal or Ballpoint | 12/80, 14/90 |
Fake Furs, Napped Fabrics | Universal or Ballpoint | 14/90, 16/100 |
Woven Fabrics | NEEDLE STYLE | NEEDLE SIZE |
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Sheer: Chiffon, Fine Lace, Tulle, |
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Georgette, Net, Organdy, Organza | Universal | 8/60, 9/65 |
Lightweight: Batiste, Chambray, |
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Voile, Crepe de Chine, Silk Jersey, |
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Handkerchief Linen, Sheer Crepe | Universal | 9/65, 10/70 |
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Medium Lightweight: Challis, |
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Gingham, Taffeta, Percale, |
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Wool Crepe, Wool Jersey | Universal | 11/75 |
Medium Weight: Broadcloth, Chintz, |
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Velour, Corduroy, Crepe Backed |
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Satin, Faille, Flannel, Linen, Velvet, |
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Pique, Poplin, Satin, Shantung, |
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Velveteen | Universal | 12/80 |
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Medium Heavyweight: Brocade, |
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Denim, Felt, Flannel, Fleece, |
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Gabardine, Quilted Fabrics, |
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Textured Linen, Tweed, Twill | Universal | 14/90 |
Heavyweight: |
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Fake Fur, Heavy Coating, |
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Sail Cloth, Ticking | Universal | 16/100 |
Leather | NEEDLE STYLE | NEEDLE SIZE |
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Ultrasuede, Ultra Leather | Stretch | 11/75 |
Vinyl | Leather Point | 14/90 |
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Vinyl with Knit Backing | Leather Point | 14/90 |
Light to Medium Weight Leather | Leather Point | 12/80 |
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Heavy Leather | Leather Point | 16/100, 18/110 |
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