No. 769 Economy Polyester Thread

This thread is three ply waxed 100% polyester hand stitching thread that is wound on a plastic bobbin. The wax coating helps the thread pass smoothly through the carpet that is being sewn. The color is natural (beige) which normally is similar to the color of the carpet’s backing. Polyester thread is economical, but it may stretch more in comparison to our linen thread (No. 771). For this reason, it may show more of the seam when used for carpet seaming purposes. Weight including bobbin: 6 oz.

No. 771 Natural Waxed Linen Thread

This thread is waxed three cord natural linen. It is wound on a cardboard bobbin. The wax coating helps the thread pass smoothly through the carpet that is being sewn. The color is natural (beige) which normally is similar to the color of the carpet’s backing. Works well for hand sewing carpets including hand sewing seams. Net weight including bobbin: 6 oz.

No. 761 21/8” Long Needles

These 2 1/8 inch long 16 gauge straight sewing needles are made for carpet seaming. They are rounded on the eyelet end, and sharp on the other. These needles are sold in a pack of 25 needles only. Net weight 1/2 oz.

No. 762 3″ Long Needles

These 3 inch long 16 gauge straight sewing needles are made for carpet seaming. They are rounded on the eyelet end, and sharp on the other. These needles are sold in a pack of 25 needles only. Net weight 1/2 oz.

No. 765 4″ Curved Needles

These 4 inch, 17 gauge curved sewing needles are sometimes referred to as “mattress needles”, but are also good for sewing carpet. They are rounded on the eyelet end, and sharp on the other. These needles are sold in a pack of 12 needles only. Net weight 1/2 oz.

No. 712 #12 Open End Thimble, Small

The No. 712 is an English #12 size (U.S.A. size #0) small open-end sewing thimble. This size is suitable for use on a small-sized finger. These thimbles have several features that make them useful for carpet sewing purposes. The outer surface includes a coarse grate for pushing a needle point. The open end helps the thimble stay on and exposes the fingertip for gripping and other purposes. Formed from brass, and nickel-plated. Sold by each thimble. Net weight: 1 oz.

No. 713 #13 Open End Thimble, Medium

The No. 713 is an English #13 size (U.S.A. size #00) medium open-end sewing thimble. This size is suitable for use on a medium-sized finger. These thimbles have several features that make them useful for carpet sewing purposes. The outer surface includes a coarse grate for pushing a needle point. The open end helps the thimble stay on and exposes the fingertip for gripping and other purposes. Formed from brass, and nickel-plated. Sold by each thimble. Net weight: 1 oz.

No. 714 #14 Open End Thimble, Large

The No. 714 is an English #14 size large open-end sewing thimble. This size is suitable for use on a large-sized finger. These thimbles have several features that make them useful for carpet sewing purposes. The outer surface includes a coarse grate for pushing a needle point. The open end helps the thimble stay on and exposes the fingertip for gripping and other purposes. Formed from brass, and nickel-plated. Sold by each thimble. Net weight: 1 oz.

No. 715 #00 Open End Thimble, Thumb

The No. 715 is an extra-large open-end sewing thimble. This size is suitable for use on the thumb. These thimbles have several features that make them useful for carpet sewing purposes. The outer surface includes a coarse grate for pushing a needle point. The open end helps the thimble stay on and exposes the end of the thumb for gripping and other purposes. Formed from brass, and nickel-plated. Sold by each thimble. Net weight: 1 oz.

No. 760 Right-Handed Sewing Palm

This rawhide leather bound sewing palm includes a sewn-on iron thimble for pushing needles through the carpet’s backing. It puts the force of the entire palm behind the needle to help push through tough backings. The coarse grate on the thimble helps in directing the needle. Designed for right hand usage only. Net weight: 3 oz.