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Not sure what size needle to use?

As a general rule, use a size that goes through your fabric easily, without forcing the threads apart but large enough that it won't fall through on its own. As a more specific guideline, we suggest the following:

Fabric Count Needle Size
11 or less 24
14 24 or 26
16, 18 26 or 28
If working "over two" on linen or evenweave, remember your count per inch is half that of the fabric, e.g. 28 ct. worked "over two" is the same as 14 ct, 32 ct worked "over two" is the same as 16 ct.


Tapestry needles are characterized by

a large eye and blunted tip.

NEEDLE SIZE CDN. PRICE APPROX.
U.S. PRICE
#24,  #26 or #28 Piecemaker needles
(6 needles per card)

Select size

$2.60 $2.20
#22, #24, or #26 (6 needles per card)
From Susan Bates

Select size

$1.60 $1.35
#24 or #26 Petite needles (6 needles per card)
From John James

Select size

$3.00 $2.50
#28 (5 needles per card)
From DMC

Select size

$1.75 $1.50
#24 or #26 Twin-pointed needles
(3 needles per card)

Select size

$4.00 $3.40


Gold plated tapestry needles will not rust and sail easily through your fabric.
NEEDLE SIZE CDN. PRICE APPROX.
U.S. PRICE
#22, #24, or #26 (4 needles per card)
From Anchor

Select size

$2.50 $2.10

#26 (3 needles per card)

From John James

Select size

$3.20 $2.70

Platinum needles pass through your fabric without causing splits or snags.  They are rustproof and will not transfer oils and moisture from your skin.
NEEDLE SIZE CDN. PRICE APPROX.
U.S. PRICE
#24, #26, or #28 (2 needles per card)
From John James

Select size

$4.80 $4.00

Long and thin beading needles for easy bead work.
NEEDLE SIZE CDN. PRICE APPROX.
U.S. PRICE
10/13 Beading needles (4 needles per card)
From Susan Bates

Select size

$2.25 $1.90


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