Sewing Machine Needles

Universal Point Needles

This is the needle you will probably use for piecing.  It has a very slightly rounded point that is quite sharp and a long needle scarf (groove above the eye).  Good for both cottons and knits.

Order Schmetz Universal 10/70 Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $2.99
Order Schmetz Universal 11/75 Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $2.99  
Order Schmetz Universal 12/80 Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $2.99
Order Schmetz Universal 12/80 Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $2.99

Schmetz Sharp Microtex

With a very sharp point for perfectly straight stitches. Perfect for fine cottons, high thread count fabrics such as batiks, and silks; also, top stitching and edge stitches.  Order Schmetz Sharp Microtex 70 Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $4.39

Order Schmetz Sharp Microtex 8/60 Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $4.39
Order Schmetz Sharp Microtex 10/70 Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $4.39
Order Schmetz Sharp Microtex 12/80 Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $4.39
Order Schmetz Sharp Microtex 14/90 Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $4.39

Quilting Needle

This needle has a specially tapered point designed for stitching through multiple layers and across intersecting seams. It prevents damage to sensitive, expensive materials used in quilting. The 75 needle offers better stitch quality and control when machine quilting.  The 90 needle excels at sewing thick layers of crossed seams in quilting or patchwork. 

Order Schmetz Quilting 11/75 Quilting Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $4.99
Order Schmetz Quilting 11/75 & 14/90 Quilting Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $4.99
Order Schmetz Quilting 14/90 Quilting Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $4.99

Embroidery Needles

This needle has a larger and longer eye and a special deep front groove (called a scarf) as well as a slightly rounded point to protect decorative threads from shredding or breaking.  Especially designed to accommodate the newest metallic and other embroidery threads. This needle virtually eliminates stripping and splitting of these specialty threads.  Order Schmetz 75/90 Embroidery Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $4.99

Metallic Thread Needle

Designed for the use of metallic threads, this needle has a larger eye and long groove (scarf) for trouble-free sewing. A large eye accommodates heavier thread and makes threading easier. The special scarf prevents the shredding and/or splitting of the delicate threads during stitch formation.  Virtually eliminate thread breakage when stitching dense embroidery designs.  Use with monofilament/nylon, metallic, and other decorative threads. 

Order Schmetz Metallica 12/80 Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $5.80
Order Schmetz Metallica 14/90 Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $5.80

Schmetz Self Threading

Order Schmetz Self Threading 12/80 Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $5.49
Order Schmetz Self Threading 14/90 Sewing Machine Needles (package of 5) for $5.49

Singer Red Band Needles

Regular point needles are also called universal needles. They are suitable for all woven and knit fabrics. The larger the size, the heavier the needle. .

Four Style 2020 Needles for lightweight woven fabrics, size 9/70. Order Singer Red Band 9/70 Needles  for $3.31.
Four Style 2020 Needles for woven fabrics, size 80/11. Order Singer Red Band 11/80 Needles  for $3.31.
Four Style 2020 Needles for medium weight fabrics, size 90/14. Order Singer Red Band 14/90 Needles for $3.31.

Singer Yellow Band Needles

Singer Yellow Brand ball point needles are the ideal needle to use on knit fabrics. The larger the size, the heavier the needle. Fits most standard home sewing machines.

Six needles, two of each size (80/11, 90/14 and 100/16)  Order Singer Yellow Band Needles for $5.11
Four needles in two sizes (70/09 and 80/11) Singer Yellow Band Needles for $3.91