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Colonial Needle Milliners Hand Needles Size 3/9 16ct | Sharp Point, Long Eye for Embroidery

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About this item

Colonial Needle Milliners Hand Needles, Size 3/9, come in a pack of 16. These finest quality English needles are made in the United Kingdom. They feature a sharp point for smooth fabric penetration and a pure gold-plated elliptical eye for easy threading with multiple strands. Durable and bend-resistant, they are perfect for adding intricate designs to embroidery and sewing projects. The silver-colored stainless steel construction ensures longevity.

These needles are designed to glide smoothly through fabric without straining. The unique, pure gold-plated elliptical eye is particularly helpful for threading, accommodating multiple strands of embroidery floss or crewel wool. Reviewers praise their quality and ease of use for detailed work.

Imported directly for Indian customers, these needles offer a premium sewing experience. All customs duties and GST are included in the price. Delivery is handled via ExpressBox, arriving within 15-17 days. Compare the quality and ease of use against local alternatives.

Key Features

  • Finest Quality English Needles
  • These are a great way to add extra design to whatever project you want to add it to
  • The perfect start to any project
  • Made in the US

Why choose this product

Precision Craftsmanship for Your Projects

These Milliners Hand Needles from Colonial Needle are crafted in the United Kingdom, embodying a legacy of quality. The sharp, nickel-plated tip and the unique, pure gold-plated elliptical eye are engineered for superior performance. This design facilitates easy threading of multiple strands, crucial for detailed embroidery and fine sewing. Unlike generic needles, these offer exceptional durability and bend resistance, ensuring they remain reliable project after project. They are sourced directly to bring you authentic, high-quality tools for your creative endeavors.

Who Should Choose These Needles & Who Should Consider Alternatives

These needles are ideal for experienced embroiderers, quilters, and crafters who value precision, ease of threading, and needle durability. They are perfect for working with embroidery floss, crewel wool, and fine fabrics. Consider alternatives if you only need basic, single-strand sewing needles for quick repairs, as these are designed for more intricate work. If you have a severe nickel allergy, though the plating is typically well-tolerated, consult product details or consider specialized hypoallergenic needles.

How to use

  • Select Needle Size — Choose the appropriate needle size (3/9) based on your thread thickness and fabric type. Larger eyes (lower numbers) are best for multiple strands of floss or wool.
  • Thread the Needle — Use the long, elliptical eye to easily thread your embroidery floss, crewel wool, or sewing thread. The gold plating helps the eye glide smoothly over the thread.
  • Begin Stitching — Gently pierce the fabric with the sharp, nickel-plated point. The needle's smooth finish and bend-resistant quality ensure it glides through the material without snagging.
  • Maintain and Store — After use, store needles in their original packaging or a needle case to protect the points and prevent rust, especially in humid environments.

Example scenarios

Typical situations where Colonial Needle Milliners Hand Needles Size 3/9 16ct | Sharp Point helps — illustrative scenarios, not customer reviews.

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Where it helps

An embroiderer in a humid coastal city needs needles that won't rust and can handle multiple threads for detailed work.

How this product helps

These Colonial Needle milliners needles are stainless steel with gold-plated eyes and nickel tips, resisting rust. Their long, large eyes easily accommodate multiple strands of floss for intricate designs, ensuring smooth stitching even in challenging climates.

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Where it helps

A sewer needs reliable needles for adding decorative stitching to garments or home decor, requiring precision and ease of threading.

How this product helps

The sharp point and bend-resistant construction of these Size 3/9 needles provide precision for decorative stitches. The easy-threading elliptical eye speeds up the process, making it efficient to add intricate designs to projects without frustration.

Age range & safety

Play & age guidance

Recommended UseEmbroidery, fine sewing, adding decorative designs
ThreadingLong, elliptical eye for easy threading of multiple strands
Fabric CompatibilitySuitable for most woven fabrics

How we compare

FeatureColonial Needle MillinersOthers
Needle TypeMilliners (sharp point, long large eye)Standard sharps or assorted sewing needles (round eye, varying sharpness)
Eye DesignPure gold-plated elliptical eye for easy multi-strand threadingTypically round eye, may be harder to thread multiple strands
Material & FinishStainless steel with nickel tip, gold-plated eye (rust-resistant)Varies; some may be plain steel (prone to rust in humidity) or basic plating
DurabilityBend-resistant, durable constructionVaries by brand; some may bend or break more easily
Cost per needle16 needles per pack — ₹78.75 per needleLocal assorted packs often range from ₹100-₹300 for 10-25 needles, depending on quality and brand.

Product details

SKUrhe3092
GTIN00783932200709
BrandColonial Needle
Product NameMilliners Hand Needles
Size3/9
Count16 needles per card
ColorSilver (needle), Gold (eye)
MaterialStainless Steel (needle), Gold-plated eye
Point TypeSharp
Country of OriginMade in United Kingdom
Item Weight0.0125 lb (approx. 5.67 g)
Package Dimensions4.29 cm x 10.49 cm x 2.49 cm

About Colonial Needle

Colonial Needle is renowned for crafting the finest quality English needles, specializing in hand sewing, embroidery, and quilting tools since 1870.

Compliance & Legal

No product-specific compliance warnings identified. Standard imported-goods terms apply: customs duties & GST paid; for personal use in India; follow the manufacturer's usage instructions on the packaging.

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How to choose hand sewing needle size for embroidery?
Match the needle size to your thread and fabric. For multiple strands of embroidery floss or crewel wool, larger eye sizes (lower numbers like 3/9) are best. Finer needles (higher numbers) suit fewer strands and detailed work. This assorted pack covers a range of common embroidery needs.
What is the difference between milliners and standard hand sewing needles?
Milliners needles, like these Colonial Needle ones, have a long, large eye for easy threading of multiple strands and a sharp point. Standard sharps needles have a round eye and are generally shorter. Milliners are preferred for embroidery and decorative stitches where multiple thread passes are common.
Are these needles suitable for Indian climate conditions?
Yes, these needles are made from stainless steel with nickel plating on the tip and a gold-plated eye, offering good resistance to rust and corrosion. This makes them more durable for use in humid Indian climates compared to plain steel needles.
How to buy authentic Colonial Needle hand sewing needles in India?
Purchase from authorized importers like CrowCrowCrow to ensure authenticity. These needles are sourced directly from authorized US retailers and brand partners, are factory-sealed, and all customs duties and GST are included in the price. Delivery is tracked via ExpressBox.
Can I use these needles for general sewing repairs?
While primarily designed for embroidery and decorative work due to their long eye and sharp point, these needles can be used for general sewing repairs. However, for very thick fabrics or simple mending, standard sharps needles might be more conventional.

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