Description

DMC Tapestry Needles are perfect for a number of yarn projects, including crocheting, knitting as well as needlepointing on fabric and plastic canvas. They are designed with blunt, rounded ends to allow the needles to pass easily through fabric and holes on canvas without snagging (or getting your fingers) in the process. The long oval eye makes threading strands of yarn easier, though you may still want to use a needle threader.

The size of tapestry needle depends heavily on the thickness aka weight of the floss, thread or yarn you’ll be using for your project. Most importantly with needles is to check the fit. I’ve outlined the sizes based on my own experience as a needlepointer and crocheter, but essentially, you want the needle to pull through comfortably. Weaving and sewing in crochet and knitting has more flexibility in needle size choices, but for plastic canvas, you’ll want to ensure the needle is easy to pass through the holes without breaking any holes, and for cloth, you’ll want to ensure the needle does not make the hole larger in the canvas when passed through.

Depending on your project, you may be interested in Bent Tip Tapestry Needles or sharp, Embroidery needles instead.

Choose the size of your tapestry needle to match the thickness of the floss, thread or yarn you’ll be using for your project.

• Size 13 is best for chunky #5 and super bulky #6 weight yarns as well as 5 mesh plastic canvas projects
• Sizes 18 is best for #3 lightweight up to #4 worsted weight yarns as well as 7 mesh plastic canvas projects
• Size 20 is best for #2 sport weight up to #3 lightweight yarns as well as 10 mesh plastic canvas projects
• Sizes 22 is best for #0 lace weight up to #1 fingering weight aka sock weight yarns
• Size 24 is best for 14 Count Aida / 28 Count Linen
• Size 26 is best for 16 Count Aida / 28 Count Linen
• Size 28 is best for 18 Count Aida / 28 Count Linen

Note: This product is new to the shop. As an avid needlepointer and crocheter for over 20 years, I have loved using DMC brand tapestry needles and in expanding our supplies, we are now opening for pre-orders as we build our inventory slowly. Once your order is placed on our website, we may need to order the color/quantity chosen. We receive it in approximately 1 week from our supplier in Mississippi, and will ship out immediately to you. Please allow up to 2 weeks for shipping after order is placed. We will email order updates, but feel free to contact us to discuss this further.

Made In: UK

Material: Nickel plated steel

Note: While DMC needles are resistant to oxidation and corrosion, over time, the oils of the hands can lead to corrosion, wearing down the plating on the needle. When needed, dispose of embroidery needles in a safe container for sharp items.

Measurements: 1 3/4″ – 2″ long

Quantity ie Package of: 6 except size 13 comes with 2

Additional Details can be found on my FAQ page including shipping rate and the threshold needed to receive free shipping, international orders, current turn around time, and more. Important note: my studio is cat friendly. Please feel free to contact me with any questions.