Matching Needle/ Fabric/ Thread - Euro-Pro INTELLI SEW 9136C Instruction Manual

MATCHING NEEDLE/ FABRIC/ THREAD

NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE
NEEDLE SIZE
9-11 (70-80) Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons,
voile, serge, silk, muslin, Qiana,
interlocks, cotton knits, tricot,
jerseys, crepes, woven polyester,
shirt & blouse fabrics.
11-14 (80-90) Medium weight fabrics-cotton,
satin, sailcloth, double knits, light-
weight woollens.
14 (90) Medium weight fabrics-cotton
duck, woolen, heavier knits, terry-
cloth, denims.
16 (100) Heavyweight fabrics-canvas,
woolens, outdoor tent and quilted
fabrics, denims, upholstery material
(light to medium).
18 (110) Heavy woollens, overcoat fabrics,
upholstery fabrics, some leathers
and vinyls.
Please Note:
- In general, fine threads and needles are used for sewing fine fabrics, and thicker threads are
used for sewing heavy fabrics.
- Always test thread and needle size on a small piece of fabric which will be used for actual
sewing.
- Use the same thread for needle and bobbin.
FABRICS THREAD
Light-duty thread in cotton, nylon,
polyester or cotton wrapped polyester.
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.
Heavy duty thread, carpet thread.
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