Kenmore 385.12318 - Selecting Needle and Thread

Selecting Needle and Thread
For general sewing use needle size 11 or 14_A fine thread and needle should be used for sewing lightweight
fabrics so the fabric will not be marred.. Heavy fabrics require a needle large enough to pierce the fabric
without fraying the needle thread
In the needle set there is one each of size 11, 14, 16, 18 and a blue needle. Use the blue needle to eliminate
skipped stitches when sewing knits and synthetic fabrics_
Special needles should be used on certain fabrics. A denim needle with a.sharp tip effectively pierces dense
fabrics such as denim and canvas.. For topstitching, a special topstitching needle with a larger eye accommodates
heavier weight thread Leather needles punch small holes in leather and suede allowing the thread to follow through
the hole.
Check your needles frequently for rough or blunt tips, Snags and runs in knits, fine silks and silk-like fabrics are
permanent and are often caused by damaged needles°
Always purchase a good quality thread, It should be strong, smooth and consistent in thickness
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WEIGHT FABRIC TYPE OF NEEDLE NEEDLE SIZE
Universa! 9 (65)
Very Light Ball Point 9 (65)
Light
Chiffon, Georgette, Fine Lace, Organdy, Organdy
Net, Tulle
Batiste, Voile, Lawn, Pure Silk, Crepe de Chine,
Sheer Crepe, Chambray, Handkerchief Linen,
Gingham, Challis, Percale, Wool Crepe, Peau de
Sole, Taffeta, Satin, Silk Surah, Satin-backed
Crepe, Qiana
Single Knits, Jersey, Swimwear, Tricot
Leather, Suede
Flannel, Velour, Velvet, Muslin, Velveteen, Poplin,
Corduroy, Broadcloth, Linen, Chintz, Gabardine,
Medium Felt, Terry, Burlap, Quilted Fabrics
Double Knits, (synthetic and natural) Stretch
Velour,
Stretch Terry,
Sweater Knits
Leather, Vinyl, Suede
Heavy
Orange
Blue
Blue
Ball Point
Wedge Point Leather
Red
Ball Point
Wedge Point Leather
Denim, Sailcloth, Ticking Denim
"=Double Faced Wool, Heavy c'oating, Fake Fur,' .............P'i';rple
Drapery Fabrics
Leather, Suede Wedge Point Leather
Green
Canvas, Duck, Upholstery Fabrics
Topstitching for Special Finish Topstitching
1t (75)
1t (75)
I2 (85)
1t (75)
11 (75)
11 (75)
14 (90)
14 (90)
14 (90)
16 (100)
16 (100)
16 (100)
18 (110)
11 (75)
14 (90)
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