Master SCHMETZ Needle Color Codes & stay organized with Grabbit myPad by Paul Leger July 22, 2025 written by Paul Leger July 22, 2025 139 Yesterday, I gave a little overview of basic but essential information on identifying the right size and type of SCHMETZ needles. I also shared the SCHMETZ Needle Anatomy. Who remembers the day when we needed to squint and even use a magnifying glass to see the engraved needle size on the needle’s butt? Oh, how I didn’t enjoy those moments! Today, I’m starting with the color codes now found where the needle’s blade meets the needle’s butt. What do these color bands mean? The upper band represent the needle type, such as Universal, Leather, Jersey, embroidery, etc. The lower band represents the needle size I wrote about yesterday. SCHMETZ needles Color Code Chart is helpful to have in your sewing space As in the chart above, the upper band represents the needle type, such as Universal, Leather, Jersey, Embroidery, etc. The lower band represents the needle size. Looking at the photo below, the upper band is red, representing a metallic needle. The lower band is blue, representing needle size 90/14. Color-coded SCHMETZ needles, red for metallic Now, when the needles are in the pack, such as the SCHMETZ #1752 Metallic Needles Carded – 90/14 – 5 count, the identification is not necessary. Still, when you forget what needle is on the sewing machine or what that needle is on the pin cushion, then the chart can be a real lifesaver. SCHMETZ Metallic needles size 90/14 Here’s a PDF for the SCHMETZ Color Code Chart that you can print and place in your sewing space for quick reference. Now, another solution for the used pins. Instead of putting them in a pincushion, use a GRABBIT myPadTM Machine Needle Organizer. It was a game changer for me! It’s a pin cushion for sewing machine needles. I keep it right next to my sewing machine. The Grabbit myPad for machine needle organizer No need for the magnifying glass anymore, use the SCHMETS color chart and the GRABBIT myPadTM Machine Needle Organizer, to keep all the sewing machine needles organized. Join me tomorrow as I explore different needle types; come back for more. This is part 2 of 5 in this series Go back to part 1: Why SCHMETZ needles elevate your sewing: choosing the right size & type Go to part 3: Explore SCHMETZ Needle Types and Multi-Packs for every sewing project. Print this page or save as a PDF 0qs582Grabbit MyPadmachine needle organizerneedle identificationnotionsquilting tipsSCHMETZ Metallic NeedlesSCHMETZ needlessewing needle color codessewing tools FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinRedditWhatsappTelegramEmail Paul Leger I took my first quilting course in September 1994 in Barrie, Ontario, near the armed forces base where I was stationed. After moving to Ottawa in 1996, I joined my first guild. I took more courses and began to buy quilting books and lots of fabrics. Quilting has become my passion. I have made over 150 more quilts since then, and have never looked back. I now share my knowledge of quilting by teaching and doing presentations, and blogging! previous post Why SCHMETZ needles elevate your sewing: choosing the right size & type next post Explore SCHMETZ Needle Types and Multi-Packs for every sewing project. YOU MAY ALSO LIKE... Your Go-To Guide to SCHMETZ Needles: Types, Pairings... Creative quilting with SCHMETZ Twin Needles and Clover... Essential SCHMETZ needles for specialty sewing and smooth... Sewing with SCHMETZ Twin Needles: understanding size &... Best SCHMETZ needle sizes for 30wt & 12wt... Choosing the right SCHMETZ needle size for cotton... Round-Up: A 5-Day Journey Making the Burda 5941... Finishing Burda 5941 Jacket: seam details, binding &... Sewing Burda Jacket 5941: seam finishing tips for... Leave a Comment Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.
