olgaflowers

I found this wonderful Thread , but can't find
the right Needle to small, I have tried several, hoping someone can help !.
thanks,

Tartan

I like John James #8 needles for size # 8 Perle cotton when doing red work. Maybe go up a size?

nanna-up-north

Are you using a needle threader?

olgaflowers

I have yet,to tried a needle threader, on my list, will be going to the
Plano quilt show, will checkout John James # 8, love the perle cotton,
but wanted to try something different, I do a lot of big stitch lately,
and enjoy the thicker thread. thanks !

Jan in VA

I use the larger size Richard Hemming betweens when using crochet thread #10. Often it does take a needle threader, but sometimes I can get it done with "spit", pulling through my teeth to flatten the thread, and beeswax-ing the thread.

Jan in VA

Nammie to 7

You just gave me a great idea -- my granddaughter needs some pearl cotton for a project and we couldn't find it in the right size -- I had her start with embroidery thread but I now think I will get crochet thread for her! Of course then I will need to find the right sized needle! Hope you found an answer to your questions.

olgaflowers

Nammie,
I use these by Richard Hemming & Son Chenille size 24 Large eye Needles.
for my size 12 perle cotton, also checkout this Crochet thread by lizbeth size 20
Egyptian cotton, found it at Hobby Lobby. has a nice sheen feeling to it.works for both.
hoping this helps!. Also get a Needle Gripper for her not to struggle to pull her Needle.
You can find it at Fons & Porter.They are great !

Pennyhal

I use a Chenille size 24 needle for perle cotton too.