Boye counted cross stitch needles. It is the bigger the number the finer and shorter the needle. These sizes have a larger eye and therefore are easier to thread. Hand needles vary according to the shape of the eye, the length and point. The larger the needle size, the shorter and finer the needle. Select the type of needle for the type of project to be sewn and then choose the size of needle for the weight of fabric and type of thread.
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