Fabric, Thread And Needle Table - Medion MD 17187 User Manual

Fabric, thread and needle table

9. Fabric, thread and needle table
As a general rule, fine threads and needles are used to sew thin fabrics, thicker threads and needles are used for heavier
fabrics. Always test the thread and needle thickness on a scrap of the fabric you intend to use. Use the same thread for
needle and bobbin. If you sew stretch seams on fine fabrics or synthetics, use a needle with a blue shaft (available from
specialist retailers). These prevent stitches from being missed.
Material thickness
Fine fabrics
Medium fabrics
Heavy fabrics
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Type of Material
Nylon
80
Batiste
Cotton
Voile
60
Jersey
Synthetics
50
Silk
Silk
50
Wool
Silk
Synthetic silk
Percale
60–80
Piqué
Cotton
Linen
60
Jersey
Synthetics
50
Gabardine
Silk
50
Denim
Coat fabric Cotton
50
Jersey
Synthetics
50
Wool
Tweed Silk
Thread Needle
70
80
80–90
80
90–100
80–90
80–90
Upper thread tension