Matching needle/ fabric/ thread
NEEDLE
SIZE
FABRICS
THREAD
9-11
(70-80)
Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons,
voile, serge, silk, muslin, qiana,
interlocks, cotton knits, tricot,
jerseys, crepes, woven polyester,
shirt & blouse fabrics.
Light-duty thread in cotton,
nylon, polyester or cotton
wrapped polyester.
11-14
(80-90)
Medium weight fabrics-cotton,
satin, kettleclote, sailcloth,
double knits, lightweight
woollens.
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).
Please Note:
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In general, fine threads and needles are used for sewing fine fabrics, and thicker
threads and needles are used for sewing heavy fabrics.
- Always test the thread and the needle size on a small piece of fabric which will
be used for sewing.
- Use the same thread for needle and bobbin.
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Use the stabilizer material for fine or stretchy fabrics.
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