The needle is the smallest part of your machine and the one most often overlooked. Using the right type for your fabric makes an immediate difference.
- Universal — a slightly rounded point for most woven and many knit fabrics.
- Jeans — a sharp, reinforced point for denim, canvas and other dense wovens.
- Jersey & Stretch — ball points that slip between knit fibres instead of piercing them, preventing skipped stitches.
- Microtex — a very slim, sharp point for silks, microfibres and fine fabrics.
- Embroidery & Metallic — larger eyes and special coatings that protect delicate threads.
- Quilting — a tapered point for sewing through multiple layers and seams.
When to change
A good rule of thumb is a fresh needle every new project, or after about eight hours of sewing. A dull or bent needle causes most of the problems people blame on the machine.
We stock the full Schmetz range at every Shubha store — bring a swatch of your fabric and we will help you choose.
