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    • Schmetz Microtex Sewing Machine Needles

    Microtex needle over a piece of fabricSchmetz Microtex Needles are precision needles designed for fine, delicate, and tightly woven fabrics. Featuring a very slim, sharp point, these needles allow for perfectly straight stitches, making them ideal for projects requiring precision and detail work. Whether you're working with silk, microfibre, or coated fabrics, Schmetz Microtex Needles are designed to effortlessly pierce through fine materials without causing damage, ensuring clean and professional results.

    These needles are perfect for high-detail sewing projects such as topstitching, patchwork, and appliqué. They are compatible with most domestic sewing machines and are a must-have for any sewer working on delicate fabrics where precision is key.

    Needle Point Design

    • Close up of a mixrotex needle tipExtra sharp point: The extremely fine, slim point allows for precise stitching on delicate and tightly woven fabrics.
    • Slim shaft: Reduces fabric displacement and prevents snags, allowing for perfect straight stitches, even on the most delicate materials.

    Recommended Fabrics

    • Silk: Perfect for sewing lightweight, fine fabrics such as silk, taffeta, and satin.
    • Microfibre: Ideal for delicate microfibre materials and lightweight polyester blends.
    • Tightly woven fabrics: Suitable for tightly woven materials such as poplin, coated fabrics, and fine synthetics.
    • Cotton and lightweight fabrics: Also suitable for lightweight cotton and other fine fabrics where precision is required.

    Sizes Available

    Schmetz Microtex Needles come in a variety of sizes to suit different fabric thicknesses and sewing requirements:

    • Size 60/8: Best for extremely lightweight fabrics such as silk and microfibre.
    • Size 70/10: Perfect for lightweight to medium-weight fabrics such as taffeta or tightly woven synthetics.
    • Size 80/12: Ideal for medium-weight fabrics including craft cotton, poplin and fine synthetics.
    • Size 90/14: Ideal for medium-weight fabrics including denim and canvas.

    Key Features:

    • Sharp, fine point: Ensures clean, precise stitching on delicate and tightly woven fabrics.
    • Available in multiple sizes: Covers a range of fabric weights, from ultra-lightweight to medium-weight fabrics.
    • Compatible with domestic sewing machines: Perfect for precision sewing on home machines.
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