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Aiguilles à coudre
Hand sewing needles are essential for successfully completing any sewing project. They vary in length, thickness, and number to suit each fabric and use. For fine materials, a fine needle is recommended; for more robust work, a thicker needle will be more suitable.
The choice of needle directly affects the quality of the stitches: a short needle is ideal for tight stitches, while a longer needle facilitates more spaced stitches, such as basting.
Good to know: the higher the needle number, the finer and shorter it is – an important detail for delicate work like silk or fine embroidery.