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What type thread and size needle do you use for stitching a wound?
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∙ 14y ago
That depends entirely on the nature, size and location of the wound, not to mention the practitioner's personal preference. Tougher areas of skin such as the knees, feet etc may need a 2-0 or 3-0 whereas more delicate skin, such as the face, may only need 5-0. Some practitioners use Ethilon and some prefer something on the line of silk. The amount of time the sutures stay in is also critical to healing and appearance.
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What size needle do you use to stitch up a cut?
A small needle, size 60/8, is suitable for sewing silk.
What is the difference between a 50 weight thread and a 30 weight thread?
The weight of a thread has to do with its size. A 50 weight thread is finer than a heavier 30 weight thread. 30 weight thread is commonly used for top-stitching, while the finer 50 weight thread is used for sewing seams and piecing.The weight of a thread has to do with its size. A 50 weight thread is finer than a heavier 30 weight thread. 30 weight thread is commonly used for top-stitching, while the finer 50 weight thread is used for sewing seams and piecing.
How can you find out the required number of stitches for a wound?
It's best to leave stitching up a wound to a medical professional. Usually it's roughly five stitches per inch, but it depends on the size of the wound and the size of the stitches as well.
What is the relation between thread size and needle size?
It is necessary to match the needle to the thickness of the thread you are using. Needles come in all sizes from thick, with large eye, to very thin, and small eye. American needles are sized from 8 to 19 in an arbitrary numbering system,and paired with the European numbers, for example, 60/8 or 70/10; the larger the number, the larger the needle. You would choose the needle size based on the fabric weight. Choose a size 60/8 needle for lightweight fabrics similar to georgette or organdy; a 70/10 or 80/12 needle for medium-weight jersey, Lycra, linen, or calf leather; a 90/14 and 100/16 for heavy fabrics like jeans, vinyl, upholstery or canvas; and 110/18 or 120/19 for very heavy fabrics.In addition to choosing the needle size, match the needle point to your fabric, such as sharp, or ball point. Now make sure you are using the correct size and composition of thread. Thread size is the opposite of needle size, the higher the number, the finer (thinner) the thread. You can find an excellent article about it at this link: http://www.gwsms.com/didyouknow.htm
What type of thread and size needle should you use to sew silk taffeta material?
Sewing by hand, I would use a Sharps Size 8
What is hand sewing thread used for?
Hand sewing is done by using a needle with thread, and joining two fabrics with the thread. Generally, for hand sewing, you would choose a thread size based on what you're sewing. The higher the wt number, the lighter (or finer) the thread is.
What do you use to protect your finger while stitching?
To protect your finger while stitching you would use a thimble.Thimbles come in different sizes for different size fingertips. Thimbles also come in different materials, such as metal, leather, and plastic.
What type of sewing is better to stitch hems on denim materials?
Use a long stitch, with heavy thread, and a 16 or 18 size needle. That should do it!
Is the needle used in sewing as same as the needle used in cross stitch?
Not as a general rule. When sewing, I usually use a 'sharp' needle . . . that is, a needle with a sharp point. When doing cross stitch, ( depending on the fabric of the cross stitch piece ) I use a ball point needle. If the fabric is an even-weave, like aida cloth, I use a chenille needle. You also want to make sure the eye is large enough to thread 2 to 3 strands of embroidery floss. If a regular sewing needle is all you have, then by all means use it. But as inexpensive as needles are . . . I suggest buying the size you need. NOTE: When threading a needle, if you have difficulty getting the thread(s) into the eye, turn the needle over and thread it from the other side. The eye's are stamped into a needle, and therefore it is larger at one side than the other.
What size thread is an inflation needle?
As far as i can tell the thread is the same as on a Schrader valve which is: * Metric: 7.7 mm OD, thread root diameter is 6.9 mm x 0.794 mm pitch. * English: 0.305 in OD, thread root diameter 0.302 in x 32 tpi (threads per inch) Now where do we find the tap for it?
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