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Preparing to Sew
Choosing Thread Size
When sewing leather, the thread size used is generally selected for its aesthetic
look. In such cases, simply match the needle to the thread using the chart below.
If the needle or thread breaks during sewing, then it is necessary to go up in
size. If getting the desired thread tension is not possible (knot constantly shows
on the bottom) this is indicative of the thread and needle being too large.
T H R E AD S I Z E
TEX SIZE
NEED LE SI Z E
Gen. Purpose
N/A
#10 or #12
V-30
30
#12 or #14
V-46
45
#14 or #16
V-69
70
#16 or #18
V-92
90
#18 or #20
Sailrite® Lifetime (PTFE)
90
#14 or #16 (Mesh Fabric)
#18 or #20 (Dense Fabric)
For woven textiles, use our needle and thread recommendations available online in our “Thread & Needle Recommendation
Guide.” You can find the guide on every fabric detail page or by searching #300032XHT at Sailrite.com.
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