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Sewing Needle Types
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Universal Needle
A general-purpose needle with a slight ballpoint tip for various kinds of fabric.
Ballpoint Needle
Designed to sew on knits and some stretch fabrics, it prevents the fibers from splitting.
Sharp Needle
Ideal for sewing woven fabrics because it has a sharp tip that can pierce tightly woven material.
Denim/Jeans Needle
A very strong needle with a thick, sharp point for sewing through multiple layers of denim.
Leather Needle
Has a chisel point designed to cut as it penetrates, for sewing leather and similar materials.
Embroidery Needle
Features a special scarf, a larger eye, and a slightly rounded point to protect embroidery threads.
Quilting Needle
Designed with a tapered point to sew through multiple layers and across seams.
Topstitching Needle
Has an extra-large eye and a pronounced groove to accommodate thick topstitching thread.
Stretch Needle
Designed specifically for synthetic suede or elastic knitwear as it has a special eye and scarf.
Twin Needle (Double Needle)
Consists of two needles mounted on a single shank to create two rows of stitches simultaneously.
Wing Needle
A needle with flared sides, used primarily for heirloom stitching on woven fabrics.
Self-Threading Needle
Has a small slit above the eye, making it easier to pull the thread through without using a threader.
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