Schmetz Needles Quilting 90/14 #1719
Schmetz Quilting Needles 90/14 (5-Pack)
Purpose
The tapered point smoothly penetrates thick seams and intersections, minimizing skipped stitches and puckering.Key Features
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Needle Type: Quilting (slim, tapered point).
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Size: 90/14 — ideal for medium- to heavy-weight quilting fabrics and multiple layers.
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Needle System: 130/705 H-Q (flat-shank household type).
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Design: Extra-tapered shaft and reinforced blade reduce deflection at high speeds.
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Pack Quantity: 5 genuine German-made Schmetz needles.
Compatibility
Bernina • Baby Lock • Brother • Janome • Pfaff • Singer • Viking • Elna, and others.
Recommended Applications
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Quilting cottons, batting, flannel, and layered projects.
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Piecing, free-motion, and decorative quilting.
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cotton, polyester, or 50 wt quilting thread.
Service Center Tip (NSV Exclusive)
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6–8 hours of quilting or if you hear a “popping” sound as the needle enters fabric.
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90/14 for dense seams or free-motion work.
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Keep labeled packs by size for quick swaps between piecing and top-quilting projects.
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Always start a new quilt project with a fresh needle to preserve stitch accuracy and tension.