what sewing machine needle to use for silk

The best way to ensure the success of a project sewn in silk or viscose is to choose an appropriate thread and needle. Exact sizes and settings will vary by fabric, but here are some general tips to keep in mind. Remember that taking 10 minutes to test before you start sewing can save you hours of frustration afterward!

• Choose the right needle for your thread
• Test your needle settings
• Measurements are important, but make sure they’re accurate!
• Choose the right presser foot for your machine

Needles: Not to be underestimated, needle choice can have a huge impact on your results. Silks and viscose generally require a size 60-70 universal needle, or a microtex needle if the fabric is denser. Change the needle regularly to make sure it is as sharp as possible. The rule of thumb is that the lighter the fabric, the smaller the needle number should be.

If you notice puckering on the left side of the fabric while sewing, it may indicate that the needle is too thick or too blunt. The same applies if the fabric is pulled or pushed into the needle plate – this means that the needle is “pushing” the fabric rather than piercing it. Experiment with different needles with your fabric until you find one that can sew a seam without puckering or skipped stitches. Keep in mind that lighter fabrics also require a shorter stitch length.

You may also experience skipped stitches when stitching two pieces of fabric together, especially if they are thick and have no give to them. This problem occurs when one of your stitches catches on something like thread, bobbin or fuzz on your garment, causing it to pull out before completing its journey through your machine’s feed dogs and other moving parts inside your machine.

If this happens to you, try using a heavier weight thread when stitching your seam again, or try using a different type of presser foot like an overcasting foot that helps guide each stitch smoothly through its path without catching on anything else along the way.

FAQ

Needle for sewing Terry Cloth

For terry cloth, we recommend a Standard (Universal) size 90 needle. It is made of high quality materials and is durable enough to last a long time. It is also very easy to use and clean.

Be careful though, it must be in good condition or even new. You might also need a needle threader, it’s used for sewing a straight line on the fabric.

Which needle to sew Lycra?

To sew the Lycra, a special Stretch needle will be of great help. The Stretch needle is a special type of needle that has a tapered tip. This makes it easier to sew the stretch fabric, especially with lycra.

We advise to stay on reasonable sizes, a diameter of 70 will be perfect! It is very easy to use and most importantly it is very efficient.

When you sew with stretch fabric, you should always make sure that you use a longer stitch length than usual to avoid creating too much bulk or puckering in the fabric.

Sewing Elastic Fabric by Machine

In this case, you will need to choose a needle specially designed for Stretch. Its tip is rounded to avoid snagging the fabric.

A diameter of 75 is recommended, regardless of the thickness of the fabric.

To avoid any problems with your machine, it is important to use a stitch length that corresponds to the type of elastic used in your project:

For example, if you are sewing on thick elastic, then use a higher stitch length.

If you are sewing on thin elastic, then use a lower stitch length.

Equip your machine to sew plastic.

To sew plastic, you will need a needle with a fine point, at best a needle for Jeans.

We advise you to stay between 90 and 110 with regard to the diameter of this one. You will also need a tensioner that allows you to adjust the tension of your sewing machine.

It’s important not to have too much thread on your machine so that it does not get stuck in the bobbin case and break it.

Which needle to use for Satin?

The universal needle is the best choice for Satin. It’s so called “normal tip” and won’t distort the fabric too much.

The first step is to decide on the size of the needle that you need to use for Satin. In general, you should use a universal needle for Satin fabric. A universal needle has a large range of sizes, but it can be difficult to find the right one for Satin.

It is best to choose a universal needle with a small tip at 70/80 mm maximum diameter. This will allow you to pierce the fabric without damaging it too much.

Sewing Crepe, which needle to choose?

To sew crepe without any worries, a size 60 Microtex will be perfect.

It is one of the most popular needles for sewing all kinds of fabrics, including crepe. The Microtex® needle tip is very thin and sharp, with a fine point. This makes it ideal for tight stitching that needs to be done on the edge of a fabric.

The Microtex® needle has a long shank which allows you to stitch through multiple layers and keep your distance from the fabric. It also allows you to sew through heavy fabrics such as velvet or drapes without damaging them.

If you are looking for a needle that will handle many different types of fabrics then this is definitely the right choice for you!

Jacquard with the right needle

If you have never used a Jacquard loom, you will be amazed at how easy it is to use. You can make patterns and weave them together quickly and easily.

The pattern weaves itself onto the warp threads of the loom and keeps track of where it needs to go next. Once the warp threads are woven, you will want to start weaving in the weft threads.

You can weave your fabric using any type of needle. A standard needle will do just fine. Needle size of 90 to 100 will be perfect.

You can even use your sewing machine if you wish! Just follow the instructions on your sewing machine or pattern book for instructions on running your machine through this type of weaving pattern.

How to sew the Minkee or Minky?

A Stretch needle will be suitable for sewing these materials which should be avoided as much as possible.

It is for this reason that the tip must be balled.

Diameter 90 and voila!

Voile is its typical needle

For anything that is sheer, cotton, silk, or even synthetic, it is advisable to stay on a Standard (Universal) needle. The normal tip is perfectly suited for this type of fabric.

However, a very small size is recommended, a diameter of 60 is a must.

Sewing suede?

As for leather and faux leather, you guessed it, for suede you will need to use a special leather needle.

Its triangular sharp point will have the effect of effectively piercing the material and thus letting the wire pass as it should with a diameter of 90 or 100.