Not sure what needle size you want? Here are some tips:
 

Just looking to mend or put on a button?
The Basic set of three above has what you need for most situations.
The size SE-8 is the smaller needle. Use it for finer materials. Not intended for lace or elastic materials.
If you only want one needle, get the SE-6 It is the work horse needle and can do the most basic tasks.
The SE-4 has a slightly larger opening to the eye for heavier threads, such as button upholstery threads.

Are you looking for a needle for cross stitch or needle point?
You want a Tapestry needle. This means it has a blunt point and a larger eye.
If using Aida Fabric, the thread count of the Aida is the clue to the needle you need.
8 Ct Aida calls for a size 20 Tapestry Point needle.  SE-20T  It holds size 5 Perle Cotton.
11 Ct Aida calls for a size 22 Tapestry Point needle.  SE-22T  It holds size 5 Perle Cotton.
14 Ct Aida calls for a size 24 Tapestry Point needle.  SE-24T  It holds size 8 Perle Cotton.
16 Ct Aida calls for a size 26 Tapestry Point needle.  SE-26T. It holds size 12 Perle Cotton.
If you are doing a project with craft yarn on plastic grid, you want the SE-13T

Are you looking for a sharp needle to embroider on pillowcases or that can hold Perle Cotton thread?
The size of the thread you will be working with determines the size needle you need.

If you work with two or three strands of Embrodiery Floss, you need the SE-6

Perle Cotton size 8 will fit in the SE-24C and the SE-22C.
The SE-24C is popular for people who want a sturdy needle for burying threads and other things.
The SE-24C is also good for doing redwork and projects that use metallic threads.
The SE-24C can also hold up to 6 strands of Embroidery Floss.
The SE-22 is good for doing French Knots in 11 Ct Aida.

Perle Cotton size 5 will fit with the SE-20C and SE-18C.
The SE-20C is smaller than the SE18-C.
If you want a needle to make the smallest hole but hold the size 5 Perle Cotton, go with the SE-20C
The SE-18-C is popular for working on canvas projects. It is a large needle but not as large as the SE-13C..

Quilters have special needles.
TheSE-8Q is similar in length to a 9 Between but is thicker. Because of the open eye design, doing the rocking quilt stitch is not recommended with my needles.
TheSE-8 is great for doing piecing sewing on bindings and putting in hems.
The SE-6 does most any task. Quilters like it for the same things as the SE-8 as well as for general mending.
The SE-24C is perfect for burying threads. It is also great for basting with Perle Cotton size 8.
The SE-13C is popular for using yarn to tie your quilt together.
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Spiral Eye Needles
Never struggle to thread a needle again!
Patent # US 8,151,720 B2
Patent # Canada 2,755,302
Patent # Europe 2,406,419

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Close up of a Spiral Eye side threading needle
The original
Spiral Eye(R)
side threading needles
Made in America
100% stainless steel
Has the patented side opening with the stop
bump shape inside the eye to strengthen the eye
and lock the thread inside.
Spiral Eye Needles
are sold as individual needles and
some sets.
The various sizes and types of Spiral Eye Needles
are explained below.
*see below

SENCHTM
side threading needles

Quick and easy to thread.
Stays threaded while sewing.
Patented side slot.

Nickel plated with golden eyes


SENCH needles are made in China.
Set of six SENCH brand side threading needles
These side threading needles are sizes, 8, 6 & 4.
Are for general use: mending and embroidery
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*BUY Spiral Eye Needles
come in a variety of types and sizes...see below
.
Pictured on the right is the set of 16 needles

Spiral Eye Needles are sold individually
(One single needle for $5.50 unless otherwise noted.)
(Does not include the Fish baiting needle)
Set of all 16
Spiral Eye Needles.
One each:
sharps: 8Q, 8, 6,4,
Chenilles: 24C, 22C, 20C,18C, 13C,
Tapestry: 26T, 24T, 22T, 20T,
Specialty: SE-1, and 8-Beading
(Does not include the Fish baiting needle)
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SE-1  The original Spiral Eye Needle.
The shaft and eye are the same diameter. Popular with
quilters for burying stray threads.
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SE-8B  Spiral Eye Beading Needle

Blunt point. 2"long. Can fit in size 10 beads
three sizes of Spiral Eye Side Threading needles

Most popular set of
Spiral Eye Needles
1 each size SE-8, 6, & 4

Perfect for your most common sewing tasks.
  • Size 8 for doing binding and hems.
  • Size 6 for basic mending as well as embroidery
    work like in towels and pillowcases.
  • Size 4 can hold the heavy button thread.
Set of the three most popular
Spiral Eye Needles
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Yellow indicates
needles that are
considered "sharps"

Use for general sewing
tasks and embroidery
on pillowcases, etc.
Size 8Q
Spiral Eye Needle
Shorter length size 8 sharp  
for short stitches
1.12" long
You get a single needle for $5.50
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Size 8
Popular for putting on bindings on
quilts.
1.4" long
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Size 6
Spiral Eye Needle
The work horse. Use it for most
sewing tasks .If you only get one
needle this is the one.
1.5" long
You get a single needle for $5.50
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Size 4
Spiral Eye Needle
A little longer so easier for arthritic
fingers. Nice for embroidery work.
1.7" long
You get a single needle for $5.50
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Green indicates needles
that are called Chenille.
They have a slightly
larger eye to hold
thicker threads.
Points are still sharp.
Size 24C
Spiral Eye Needle
Perfect for most counted cross
stitch projects.1.5" long.
You get a single needle for $5.50
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Size 22C
Spiral Eye Needle
1.8" long.
Good for size 8 Perle cotton
You get a single needle for $5.50
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Size 20C
Spiral Eye Needle
1.8" long.
Holds size 5 Perle cotton.
You get a single needle for $5.50
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Size 18C
Spiral Eye Needle
2" long. Holds size 5 Perle cotton.
You get a single needle for $5.50
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Size 13C
Spiral Eye Needle
2" long. Holds 4 ply craft yarn.
You get a single needle for $5.50
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Pink indicates needles  
called Tapestry needles.
The point on a tapestry
needle is made slightly
blunt and easily go in
between threads
without splitting them.
Size 26T
Blunt point. Petite length.
Holds size 12 Perle cotton
You get a single needle for $5.50
Size 26 Tapestry
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Size 24T
Blunt point. Most popular size
for counted cross stitch.
You get a single needle for $5.50
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Size 22T
Blunt point
.Holds #size 8 Perle Cottton
You get a single needle for $5.50
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Size 20T
Blunt point. Petite length.
Holds size 5 Perle cotton
You get a single needle for $5.50
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8B
BEADING NEEDLE
Has no "stop bump inside the
eye. Works in size 10 seed beads.
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Size 13T
Spiral Eye Needle
2" long. Holds 4 ply craft yarn.
You get a single needle for $5.50
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Spiral Eye Fish Baiting needle

6 inches long. Extra sharp point with
a slot and channel eye to hold up to
a 8 pound test line.

Hook your leader line to the needle. Sew the needle through
your bait from rear to mouth. The sew you line to the mouth to
lock thread in, then your leader line is attached to an injured
bait with the hook at the end your big fish will bite.
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