Know Your Needles Carry-Along Guide

Liz Kettle offers insight into 30 of today’s most commonly used hand and machine sewing needles while answering the question, “Which needle should I use?” Learn the characteristics of each needle and which tasks they are designed to perform, whether it is appliqué, quilting, or repair work, and whether hand or machine work. From stitching to binding to repairing, discover how to determine which size needle is right for the job, how needles are sized, which fabrics they’re meant for, and when to use them.