Ballpoint Jersey needles are designed for use with stretch and knit fabrics like jersey, interlock, lycra, and spandex.
Purpose
- Prevent skipped stitches: The rounded (ballpoint) tip gently pushes between the fabric’s fibres instead of piercing them, avoiding damage to the knit structure.
- Protect stretch fabrics: Keeps the loops intact, so the material doesn’t ladder or tear.
- Ensure smooth stitching: Works perfectly with elastic or stretchy seams that need flexibility.
Typical Uses
- Sewing T‑shirts, leggings, swimwear, and activewear.
- Working with jersey, rib knit, double knit, and stretch velvet.
- Ideal for stretch stitches or zigzag stitches on domestic machines.
Sizes
70/10 for lightweight knits like viscose jersey
80/12 for medium knits like cotton jersey
90/14 or 100/16 for heavier knits like sweatshirt fleece or ponte.