KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE
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CHART OF SEWING FABRICS, NEEDLES AND THREAD COMBINATIONS
Note
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Select the correct needle and thread size from the above chart.
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Use the same size thread for the upper (spool) and lower (bobbin) threads.
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For clear nylon thread, always use needle 90/14 - 100/16.
Fabric Type
Thread
Size of Needle
Type
Size
Medium-
weight
fabrics
Broadcloth
Cotton
60
–
80
75/11
–
90/14
Taffeta
Synthetic
mercerized
Flannel,
Gabardine
Silk or
silk finished
50
–
80
Lightweight
fabrics
Lawn, Batiste
Cotton
60
–
80
75/11
Georgette
Synthetic
mercerized
Challis, Satin
Silk
50
–
80
Heavy-
weight
fabrics
Denim
Cotton
30
–
50
90/14
–
100/16
Corduroy
Synthetic
mercerized
50
Tweed
Silk
Stretch
fabrics
Jersey
Thread for knits
50
–
60
Ball-point needle
(golden colored)
75/11
–
90/14
Tricot
For top-stitching
Synthetic
mercerized
30
90/14
–
100/16
Silk
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Make sure you follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table. Using
the wrong combination, for example, using heavyweight fabric such as denim with a small
needle (for example, 75/11) may bend or break the needle. Also, the seam may be uneven, the
fabric may pucker, or the machine may skip stitches.
CAUTION
Summary of Contents for XL 5500 - 42 Stitch Sewing Machine
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