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MATCHING NEEDLE/ FABRIC/ THREAD
NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE
NEEDLE SIZE
9-11 (70-80)
Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons, voile,
serge, silk, muslin, interlocks, cotton
knits, tricot, jerseys, crepes, woven
polyester, shirt & blouse fabrics.
11-14 (80-90)
Medium weight fabrics-cotton, satin,
sailcloth, double knits, lightweight
woolen.
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.
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
22
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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