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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, Qiana,
interlocks, cotton knits, tricots,
jerseys, crepes, woven polyester,
shirt & blouse fabrics.
11-14 (80-90)
Medium weight fabrics-cotton,
satin, kettleclote, sailcloth, double
knits, lightweight woollens.
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 woollens, overcoat fabrics,
upholstery fabrics, some leathers
and vinyls.
IMPORTANT: Match needle size to thread size and weight of fabric
Note twin needle:
1. Twin needles, can be purchased for utility and decorative work.
2. When sewing with twin needles, the stitch width dial should be set at less than "3.5".
3. Replace needle often (approximately every other garment ) and/ or at first thread
breakage or skipped stitches.
FABRICS
15
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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