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MATCHING NEEDLE / fABRIC / THREAD
NEEDLE SIZE
FABRICS
THREAD
9-11 (65-75)
Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons, voile, serge, silk,
muslin, Qiana, interlocks, cotton knits, tricots,
jerseys, drapes, woven polyester, shirt & blouse
fabrics.
Light-duty thread in cotton, nylon or polyester.
12 (80)
Medium weight fabrics-cotton, satin, kettleclote,
sailcloth, double knits, lightweight woolens.
Most threads sold are medium size and suitable for
these fabrics and needle sizes. Use polyester threads
on synthetic materials and cotton on natural woven
fabrics for best results. Always use the same thread
on top and bottom.
14 (90)
Medium weight fabrics-cotton duck, woolen,
heavier knits, terrycloth, denims.
16 (100)
Heavyweight fabrics-canvas, woolens, outdoor
tent and quilted fabrics, denims, upholstery
material (light to medium).
18 (110)
Heavy woolens, overcoat fabrics, upholstery
fabrics, some leathers and vinyls.
Heavy duty thread, carpet thread. (Use heavy foot
pressure-large numbers.)
IMPORTANT: Match needle size to thread size and weight of fabric.
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