Empisal EES50 - Matching Needle; Fabric; Thread

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Matching needle/ fabric/ thread
NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE
NEEDLE SIZE
F ABRICS
THREAD
9-11 (70-80)
Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons, voile,
serge, silk, muslin, Qiana, interlocks,
cotton knits, tricot, jerseys, crepes, woven
polyester, shirt & blouse fabrics.
Light-duty thread in cotton, nylon,
polyester or cotton wrapped
polyester.
11-14 (80-90)
Medium weight fabrics-cotton, satin,
sailcloth, double knits, lightweight
woollens.
Most threads sold are medium
size and suitable for these
fabrics and needle sizes.
Use polyester threads on synthetic
materials and cotton on natural
woven fabrics for best results.
Always use the same thread on
top and bottom.
14 (90)
Medium weight fabrics-cotton duck,
woolen, heavier knits, terrycloth, denims.
16 (100)
Heavyweight fabrics-canvas, woolens,
outdoor tent and quilted fabrics, denims,
upholstery material (light to medium).
18 (110)
Heavy woollens, overcoat fabrics,
upholstery fabrics, some leathers and
vinyls.
Heavy duty thread, carpet thread.
Please Note:
- In general, fine threads and needles are used for sewing fine fabrics, and thicker t h r eads
are used for sewing heavy fabrics.
- Always test thread and needle size on a small piece of fabric which will be used for actual
sewing.
- Use the same thread for needle and bobbin.
- Use a backing for fine or stretchy fabrics.