Necchi HD22 - Thread and Needle Chart

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* In general, fine thread and needles are used for sewing thin fabrics, and thicker
threads and needles 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.
* When sewing stretch, very fine fabrics and synthetics, use a BLUE TIPPED
needle. The blue tipped needle effectively prevents skipped stitches.
* When sewing very fine fabrics, sew over a piece of paper to prevent yarn
distortion.
Thread and Needle Chart
Fabrics Threads Needle Size
Crepe de Chine, Vile
Lawn, Organdy, Georgette,
Tricot
Linens, Cotton, Pique,
Serge, Double Knits,
Percale
Denim, Tweed, Gabardine,
Coating, Drapery and
Upholstery Fabric
Fine silk
Fine Cotton
Fine Synthetic
Fine Cotton Covered
Polyester
50 silk
50 to 80 Cotton
50 to 60 Synthetic
Cotton Covered
Polyester
50 silk
40 to 50 Cotton
40 to 50 Synthetic
Cotton Covered
Polyester
9
or
11
11
or
14
14
or
16
Light weight
Medium
weight
Heavy
weight