John James was formed in 1840 and registered in 1902. The name John James is synonymous with the very best of needle manufacture, quality and reliability.  The John James brand of “Finest Quality Needles” continues to be recognised by needle crafters around the globe.

Regular Point Machine sewing needles are designed for domestic regular sewing machines. It is important to use the correct size machine sewing needle and this depends upon which fabric you choose.

This guide may help you:
Size 9/70 Suitable for light fabrics, silk and taffeta
Size 11/80 Suitable for medium fabrics, cotton, linen and satin
Size 14/90 Suitable for medium to heavy fabrics, this is an ideal in between needle
Size 16/100 Suitable for heavy fabrics, denim, tweeds, curtain fabrics and soft furnishings

Machine sewing needle sizes are quoted in imperial and metric.