Sewing Needles
Sewing Needles in All Sizes & Styles
Find the perfect needle for every stitch at JM Embroideries. Our curated range covers everyday mending through to professional dressmaking, so you can sew with confidence, protect your fabric, and achieve a clean, even finish. Shop hand needles, machine needles, overlocker needles, crochet hooks, knitting needles, doll needles, and wool & yarn needles, all in the sizes and types you rely on. Whether you’re piecing a quilt, tailoring denim, hemming delicate silks or finishing knits, we make it easy to choose the right point, size and eye for smooth, snag-free results. Buy online for fast delivery across Australia and friendly help from a team that actually sews.
How to Choose the Right Sewing Needle
The secret to better stitches is matching the needle to your fabric, thread and technique. A fine, sharp point glides through tightly woven cottons and silks; a ball point protects stretch fabrics; a strong, larger size handles denim, canvas and upholstery without skipped stitches. If you’re hand sewing, look for a comfortable length and an eye that suits your thread weight. Machine sewists should align needle size to thread thickness and fabric density, swapping needles regularly to maintain crisp, balanced stitches and reduce puckering.
Unsure where to start? Use our range to test, then stick with what your fabric loves. Our team is here to guide you to the ideal style, size and brand for your project.
Explore Our Range: Hand, Machine, Overlocker & More
Build your kit with quality tools that make sewing a pleasure. Hand needles in assorted sizes for mending, quilting and embroidery. Machine needles for everything from universal everyday sewing to precision Microtex, topstitch and specialty options. Overlocker & serger needles for clean edges and durable seams on knits and wovens. Plus crochet hooks, knitting needles, doll needles and wool & yarn needles for craft, repairs and creative finishing. Stock up on your favourites, try a new size for tricky fabrics, and enjoy the difference the right needle makes.
Ready to sew better? Discover your next go-to needle at JM Embroideries today.
FAQ's
How to know what sewing needle to use?
Start with your fabric + thread + stitch:
• Wovens (cotton, linen, poplin): Universal or Microtex in 70/10–80/12 for fine to midweight; 90/14 when thicker or using dense stitches.
• Knits & stretch (jersey, rib, swim): Ballpoint/Stretch in 75/11–80/12 to prevent snags and skipped stitches.
• Denim, canvas, twill: Jeans/Denim 90/14–100/16 for penetration and durability.
• Embroidery & quilting: Embroidery or Quilting needles (usually 75/11–90/14) with a polished, slightly larger eye to protect thread.
• Leather & vinyl: Leather needle (chisel point) in 90/14–100/16 for clean, precise holes.
Quick checks: if you see skipped stitches, puckering, fraying or thread breaks, switch needle type or move up a size. And replace needles every 6–8 hours of sewing (or at the start of each new project) to keep stitches crisp.
Do any needles fit all sewing machines?
Not quite. While many domestic machines accept the standard 130/705 H household needle, some equipment needs a specific system (e.g., ELx705 for certain coverstitch/overlocker models; various systems for industrial machines). Twin and specialty needles also require a compatible needle plate and stitch settings. When in doubt, check your manual or ask us.
