Denim & Leather Needles

Denim and leather needles are specially designed for sewing thick, heavy materials. Denim needles have a reinforced shaft and sharp point to penetrate tough fabrics, while leather needles feature a wedge-shaped tip to cleanly cut through non-woven materials like leather and vinyl.

Choosing the right denim or leather needle size depends on fabric thickness:

• 90/14: Light denim, faux leather, and soft leather.
• 100/16: Medium-weight denim, upholstery fabric, and thicker leather.
• 110/18 - 120/19: Heavy denim, thick leather, or multiple layers.

No, denim needles are designed to pierce tightly woven fabrics, while leather needles have a wedge-shaped point to cut through non-woven materials. Using a denim needle on leather can cause skipped stitches and fabric damage.

Most leather needles are compatible with home sewing machines that accept standard universal needles. However, for extra-thick materials, an industrial sewing machine may be required for optimal performance.