Needles – Blackwork
$3.40 USD
My blackwork kits come with two tapestry needles. If you choose a kit with 14 and 16 count fabric you will be provided with one size 24 (largest) and one size 26. If you choose a kit with 28 count or 32 count fabric you will be provided with one size 26 and one size 28 (smallest). You have the option to purchase more needles in case you loose a needle.
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Fabric – Lugana
Lugana fabric is a blend of 52% cotton and 48% rayon. I have a choice of 28 count antique white and 25 count black. Lugana fabric is 55 inches wide.
The fabric has even weave threads so that stitches/patterns will work out more regular than on an uneven weave such as linen fabric. It has a nice smooth and firm surface so that when the embroidery is complete the viewer sees the embroidery and is not distracted by the fabric.
Fabric – Lugana
Lugana fabric is a blend of 52% cotton and 48% rayon. I have a choice of 28 count antique white and 25 count black. Lugana fabric is 55 inches wide.
The fabric has even weave threads so that stitches/patterns will work out more regular than on an uneven weave such as linen fabric. It has a nice smooth and firm surface so that when the embroidery is complete the viewer sees the embroidery and is not distracted by the fabric.
$29.73 – $76.45 USDSelect options
Fabric – Linen Belfast 32 Count
Belfast linen fabric has 32 threads to the inch and is 100% linen. The fabric measures 55 inches wide.
The fabric has a natural look as the threads of the fabric are not even.
Experienced embroiderers love the look of linen fabric as it does not have the orderliness of even weave fabric giving the embroidery a romantic rustic look.
Fabric – Linen Belfast 32 Count
Belfast linen fabric has 32 threads to the inch and is 100% linen. The fabric measures 55 inches wide.
The fabric has a natural look as the threads of the fabric are not even.
Experienced embroiderers love the look of linen fabric as it does not have the orderliness of even weave fabric giving the embroidery a romantic rustic look.
$46.72 – $93.44 USDSelect options
Needle Threaders
Wire needle threaders are for all sizes of needles but are most useful for fine needles as it enables you to thread the really small eyed needles easier.
The metal wire loop of the needle threader is threaded into the eye of the needle (much easier than threading in a strand of thread), the thread is then threaded into the wire loop of the threader and then the wire loop and embroidery thread are pulled back through the eye of the needle, the thread is now threaded into the needle.
Needle Threaders
Wire needle threaders are for all sizes of needles but are most useful for fine needles as it enables you to thread the really small eyed needles easier.
The metal wire loop of the needle threader is threaded into the eye of the needle (much easier than threading in a strand of thread), the thread is then threaded into the wire loop of the threader and then the wire loop and embroidery thread are pulled back through the eye of the needle, the thread is now threaded into the needle.
$0.85 – $1.87 USDSelect options
Magnetic Wand – Telescoping
This very handy telescoping magnetic wand can be used to pick up dropped needles, pins and scissors without leaving the comfort of your seat.
It is also great for locating lost needles and pins, just wave the wand around the floor and the strong magnet draws the lost needle to the end of the wand.
Magnetic Wand: 1/2 inch strong magnet. Fully Extended: 36 inches (90 cm), Retracted: 6 inches (15 cm)
Magnetic Wand – Telescoping
This very handy telescoping magnetic wand can be used to pick up dropped needles, pins and scissors without leaving the comfort of your seat.
It is also great for locating lost needles and pins, just wave the wand around the floor and the strong magnet draws the lost needle to the end of the wand.
Magnetic Wand: 1/2 inch strong magnet. Fully Extended: 36 inches (90 cm), Retracted: 6 inches (15 cm)
$7.60 USDAdd to cart
Needle Minder – Hummingbird
The hummingbird needle minder is a place to park your extra needles when you are working on your project. The decorative side of the minder has a magnet on the back and goes on the front of the fabric, another magnet is placed at the back of the fabric holding the minder in place.
Needle Minder – Hummingbird
The hummingbird needle minder is a place to park your extra needles when you are working on your project. The decorative side of the minder has a magnet on the back and goes on the front of the fabric, another magnet is placed at the back of the fabric holding the minder in place.
$12.27 USDAdd to cart
My blackwork kits come with two tapestry needles. If you choose a kit with 14 and 16 count fabric you will be provided with one size 24 (largest) and one size 26. If you choose a kit with 28 count or 32 count fabric you will be provided with one size 26 and one size 28 (smallest). You have the option to purchase more needles in case you loose a needle.
The tapestry needle has a blunt end to the point of the needle so that the needle does not catch or pierce the threads of the counted fabric when working from one hole to the next. The tapestry needle has a long eye for easier threading.
| Weight | 0.005 kg |
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| Dimensions | 29 × 25 × 0.05 cm |
| Length | 5 inches", "6inches |
