Schmetz Stretch Twin Needle 4.0/75 (130/705 H-S ZWI)

Schmetz Stretch Twin Needle 4.0/75 (130/705 H-S ZWI)

On the packaging you'll see two fine, gleaming needles side by side on a shared shaft right away, held together by the distinctive red Schmetz clip. The lilac knit fabric in the background with its clear stretch structure shows immediately what this needle is made for. This twin needle is specially designed for elastic materials, so decorative seams stay tight and even without the fabric puckering or skipped stitches.

Product Features:

• Item Number: NADEL40STRTW
• Full package: 5 needles per pack. 20 packs per box

What is a stretch twin needle

A stretch twin needle has a rounded tip that glides between the fibers of elastic fabric instead of piercing through them. This prevents damage to the stretch fiber structure and ensures your seam moves with the fabric. The two needles are fixed on a set distance apart on one shaft, so with one sewing motion you create two parallel decorative seams with a bobbin thread that runs as a zigzag underneath the fabric. This gives a professional finish that you'd otherwise only get with a coverlock machine. The size 4.0/75 means the needles are 4 millimeters apart with a fine gauge of 75, suitable for light to midweight knit fabrics.

Uses and projects

This twin needle is essential whenever you're working with stretch fabrics and want a neat, elastic finish without a special machine. Think about:

• Hemming t-shirts and jersey tops
• Adding decorative seams to sportswear and activewear
• Attaching collars and cuffs to knit garments
• Double topstitching on baby clothes
• Securing elastic bands on underwear and swimwear
• Hemming stretch dresses and skirts
• Reinforcing seams on leggings and yoga pants
• Finishing necklines on knitted sweaters

Choose thoughtfully for your project

With this Schmetz Stretch Twin Needle you give every stretch creation a professional, long-lasting finish. Browse the full range of needles or discover more haberdashery at Rijs Textiles for all your sewing projects.