NEEDLE
1
THREAD
AND
FABRIC
CHART
The
chart
shows
size and
type
of
thread, and needle size.
for
various
weights
and types
of
fabrics. Size means the fineness
or
thickness
of
both
needle and thread. Use
the
same thread
for
needle and
bobbin
.
DELICATE:
chiffon, tulle, organdy, sheer lace and net
LIGHTWEIGHT:
batiste, voile, taffeta, crepe, velvet, satin, surah, peau de
soie, brocade, tricot, matte jersey, single knits
MEDIUM WEIGHT:
gingham, seersucker, percale, pique, linen, lightweight woolens,
chintz, fine corduroy, velveteen, suitings, double knits, spandex,
stretch terry, sweater knits
MEDIUM HEAVY:
denim, duck, sailcloth, gabardine, tweed, drapery fabrics,
vinyl, corduroy, bonded fabric, short-pile fabrics, heavy knits
HEAVY:
coatings, upholstery fabric, canvas, deep-pile fabrics
#60
Mercerized Cotton
A Silk
Fine
Polyester Synthetic
#50
Mercerized Cotton
A Silk
Fine
Polyester Synthetic
#50
Mercerized Cotton
A Silk
Polyester Synthetic
Heavy-Duty Mercerized
Cotton
A Silk
Polyester Synthetic
Heavy-Duty Mercerized
Cotton
Polyester Synthetic
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18
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