Schmetz Microtex Needle 80/12 (130/705 H-M)

Schmetz Microtex Needle 80/12 (130/705 H-M)

In the photo you'll see the familiar white Schmetz packaging with the blue brand name and purple colour patch that makes the Microtex line instantly recognizable. Inside the clear needle case lie five gleaming needles arranged neatly in a row, each marked with the purple and orange colour coding of the 130/705 H-M needle system. The magnified photo shows just how slender and sharp the point is, a detail that sets this needle apart from a standard sewing machine needle.

Product Features:

• Item Number: NADEL80MIC
• Full package: 5 needles per pack. 20 packs per box

What is a Microtex needle

A Microtex needle has an extra-fine, sharply ground point that glides effortlessly through densely woven fibres without disturbing the threads. Where a standard needle sometimes leaves a small hole or pucker in fine fabric, this needle pierces the material with a tight, neat entry. You'll recognize it right away by the purple colour marking on the shaft, the trademark of this needle line within the Schmetz range. Thanks to its slender shape, the stitch stays small and neat, which makes a real difference especially on visible stitching. This needle definitely deserves a place in every sewing basket alongside your other needles.

Uses and projects

This needle really shines when working with materials where precision and clean finishing matter. Think of:

• Stitching tight hems in densely woven cotton and poplin
• Topstitching on shirts and blouses
• Sewing with microfibre fabrics and synthetic weaves
• Fine quilting projects where minimal holes are desired
• Appliqué and decorative stitching on tightly woven fabric
• Sewing silk and satin without puckering
• Precision work in patchwork and detail-heavy garments
• Repairs on fine, dense fabrics

Bottom line

If you regularly work with fine, densely woven fabrics, you'll do yourself a favour by keeping this needle on hand. Browse the full range of needles or discover more haberdashery at Rijs Textiles for all your sewing projects.