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NEEDLE, THREAD AND FABRIC CHART
Your fabric will determine the choice of a needle and thread.
The following table is a practical guide to needle and thread
selection. Always refer to it before a new sewing project. Be
sure to use the same size and type of thread in the bobbin as
in the top thread supply.
FABRICS THREAD NEEDLES*
The fabrics below can be of any
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synthetic, rayon, blends. They
are listed as examples of weight.
Light-
weight
Batiste
Chiffon
Crepe
Medium
weight
Corduroy
Flannel
Gabardine
Gingham
Linen
Muslin
Wool Crepe
Heavy
weight
Bonded Wovens
Canvas
Coating
Denim
Duck
Sailcloth
Knits
Bonded Knits
Double Knit
Jersey
Tricot
Cotton-wrapped
Polyester
100% Polyester
Heavy Duty
Cotton-wrapped
Polyester
100% Polyester
Cotton-wrapped
Polyester
100% Polyester
Nylon
Cotton-wrapped
Polyester
Polyester
Nylon
2020
red
shank
2020
red
shank
2020
red
shank
2045
yellow
shank
11/80
orange
band
14/90
blue
band
16/100
purple
band
18/110
yellow
band
TYPE SIZE
11/80
orange
band
14/90
blue
band
16/100
purple
band
* For best sewing results, always use a SINGER branded
needle.