Top stitch needles are essential for quilters and crafters working on tough or thicker fabric layers where a large universal needle may struggle to go through.
Top stitch needles have a stronger, sharper point and a larger eye which make these needles perfect for sewing through multiple layers with ease (think hot knife through butter). They’re ideal for creating bold, decorative stitching with thicker threads or multiple strands, ensuring smooth, professional results.
These Schmetz Top Stitch needles in a size 90/14 come in a pack of five, and are particularly useful for free-motion quilting, offering the durability and precision needed to tackle intricate designs without skipping stitches. Whether you’re working on quilt tops, heavy fabrics, or detailed embellishments, top stitch needles reduce thread breakage. skipped stitches and ensure even stitching.
Curious about needle sizes? Check out my blog, What Do The Sewing Machine Needle Numbers Mean?, to help you choose the perfect needle size for your project.
Whether for decorative quilting or heavy-duty sewing, top stitch needles are a versatile and must-have addition to your sewing toolkit.
>>> Click this link to download the Schmetz ABC Guide To Needles (pdf) <<<
>>> Click this link to download the Schmetz needle colour code chart (pdf) <<<
>>> Click this link for a free video on how to change your needles <<< (takes you to YouTube)