What Needles Should I Use on My Singer Sewing Machine HD110?

The proper sized needle for your sewing machine affects the quality of your project.

The needles you use on your Singer HD110 can make a huge difference in the way it operates. For optimum performance, use only the needles recommended by the manufacture of your sewing machine.

Lightweight Fabrics

For lightweight fabrics, such as batiste, chiffon, silk or crepe, Singer suggests using a type 2020 needle for woven fabrics in a 11/80 size. This is a small needle with a sharp end that won't make unsightly holes in your fine fabric.

Medium-weight Fabrics

For medium-weight woven fabrics, such as cotton, linen, flannel, thin corduroy, muslin or wool crepe, Singer suggests using a type 2020 needle for woven fabrics in a 14/90 size. This needle is heavy duty enough that it will get through the thickness of the fabric easily but won't leave any large holes in the fabric.

Heavyweight Fabrics

For heavyweight fabrics, such as denim, canvas or duck cloth, Singer suggests using a type 2020 needle in either a 16/100 or 18/110 size. These needles are heavy-duty and thick, allowing them to punch through these thick fabrics with ease. If the fabric is very thick or the needle has trouble getting over the fabrics, use a larger size.

Knit Fabrics

Knit fabrics require a different style of needle than woven fabrics so that the yarns of the knit fibers don't run or tear. Signer suggests using a ball-point style 2045 needle in a size appropriate for your knit fabric (such as 11/80, 14/100 or 16/110). For a heavier knit, use a larger sized needle.

References

• Manuals Online: Singer HD110