Schmetz Sewing Machine Needles - Quilting 90/14

Pack of 5 size 90/14 patchwork & quilting sewing machine needles, compatible with all types of domestic, household sewing machines.

The Schmetz Quilting needle is specifically designed for piecing and quilting. Due to its lower penetration resistance, it easily penetrates through the three layers of a quilt without damaging the high-quality fabrics. Creating a smaller puncture hole and clean stitches, as well as ensuring that the padding is not pulled out during quilting.

The Quilting Needle's special blade design ensures needle stability, reducing needle breakage and skipped stitches.

Uses: Piecing, machine quilting and topstitching.

This strong needle is suitable for stitching on medium weight woven fabrics & several layers:

Patchwork cotton, Corduroy, Calico, Linen, Cotton Sateen, Velvet.

Schmetz Needles:

• Less friction on thread passing through eye.

• Penetrates fabric with less resistance.

• Smoother stitch creation.

• Resists heat – improved durability & performance.

• German-made since 1851

Choosing the right size needle for your project is crucial for a smooth, professional finish. Using a needle that is too thick will create a large hole in your fabric, and choosing one that is too small increases the risk of bending or snapping when sewing. The goal is to have the needle slide easily through the fabric without damaging the fibers, and to carry the thread smoothly without causing damage to your project. Typically needle sizes range from 60/8 (the finest) to 120/19 (the largest). We recommend to replace your needle after 8 hours of use and at the beginning of each project. Replacing your machine needle is the easiest way to improve stitch quality!

Damaged or worn needles result in:

• Broken or shredded threads

• Skipped or uneven stitches

• Puckered or damaged fabrics

• Popping sounds made by sewing machine

At Truro Fabrics we're a small, family-run business in the heart of Cornwall, UK. If you're in the area visit our wonderful hight street store! We love compiling our carefully chosen fabric & haberdashery collections and sharing beautiful products with our customers. All orders are lovingly wrapped in recycled tissue and re-purposed packaging, ready to arrive so you can get sewing. Share your makes with us, tag us on Instagram - @trurofabrics.