Ideal for cotton knits, interlock, rib knits, double knit, and most knit fabrics. The tip is more rounded than the Universal needle and is designed to push the fabric fibers apart instead of cutting them, preventing the knit fabric from running after stitching.
The Sharps needle is used for silks, micro fabrics and for penetrating densely woven fabrics, also ideal for quilting layers of cotton fabrics with batting. A strengthened shaft also helps to reduce needle delfections as the needle penetrates multiple layers of fabric. The sharp point also produces smooth buttonholes.
Ideal for piecing and quilting layers of cotton fabrics with batting, a strengthened shaft also helps to reduce needle deflections as the needle penetrates multiple layers of fabric. Titanium needles are stronger and last longer than regular needles.