Clover Double Dove American Needles No.8

[Product Description]
While Japanese needles are hard in order to sew straight stitches, American needles are characterized by a moderate flexibility that makes sewing curves easier.
American needles are available in “long” and “short” types, and their length and thickness are indicated by size numbers.
They are numbered from No.1 to No.12, with smaller numbers indicating longer and thicker needles.

Hand sewing needles are broadly divided into two types: Japanese needles for traditional Japanese sewing and American-style needles for Western sewing.
While Japanese needles are hard in order to sew straight stitches, American needles are characterized by a moderate flexibility that makes sewing curves easier.
American needles are available in “long” and “short” types, and their length and thickness are indicated by size numbers. They are numbered from No.1 to No.12, with smaller numbers indicating longer and thicker needles.
When choosing a needle, the thickness should match the fabric, but beginners are recommended to start with two basic types: “long thick needles” and “short thin needles.”
Main use: Lightweight cotton fabrics, lightweight wool fabrics
[Contents]
25 pieces
[Size]
Diameter 0.64mm / Length 28.8mm
[Materials]
Steel
Country of origin: Japan