Tapestry needles have large eyes, a thicker form and a blunt point. They are used for techniques that use fabrics with open holes that determine where stitches are placed such as Aida or canvas. This is because you want a needle that will pass smoothly through the open holes rather than piercing the fabric. The large eye also makes it easier to thread thicker yarns and threads.

Tapestry needles come in sizes 13-28, the smaller the number the larger the needle so a size 28 tapestry needle is the finest. Choose a tapestry needle for counted cross stitch, needlepoint and of course tapestry.

We have one pack of mixed needles:
Ref 1767/3 contains 6 tapestry needles, two of each size 18, 20 and 22 (For use with 4- 6 strands Mouliné Special, Coton Perlé Size 5, DMC Tapestry wool or DMC Soft Cotton)

We offer the most popular sizes of tapestry needle in packs of 6:
Ref 1767/1 contains 6 x size 13 tapestry needles (For use with 6 strands Mouliné Special, Coton Perlé Size 3, DMC Tapestry wool or DMC Soft Cotton)
Ref 1767/2 contains 6 x size 16 tapestry needles (For use with 6 strands Mouliné Special, Coton Perlé Size 3, DMC Tapestry wool or DMC Soft Cotton)
Ref 1767/4 contains 6 x size 18 tapestry needles (For use with 4- 6 strands Mouliné Special, Coton Perlé Size 5, DMC Tapestry wool or DMC Soft Cotton)
Ref 1767/5 contains 6 x size 20 tapestry needles (For use with 6 strands Mouliné Special, Coton Perlé Size 5, DMC Tapestry wool or DMC Soft Cotton)
Ref 1767/6 contains 6 x size 22 tapestry needles (For use with 4 strands Mouliné Special, Coton Perlé Size 5, DMC Tapestry wool or DMC Soft Cotton)
Ref 1767/7 contains 6 x size 24 tapestry needles (For use with 3-4 strands Mouliné Special, Coton Perlé Size 5 - 8 or DMC Soft Cotton)
Ref 1767/8 contains 6 x size 26 tapestry needles (For use with 2-3 strands Mouliné Special or Coton Perlé Size 8)
Ref 1767/9 contains 6 x size 28 tapestry needles (For use with 2 strands Mouliné Special, Coton Perlé Size 12)

DMC needles are synonymous with the very best of needle manufacturing, quality and reliability. We use best quality nickel plated steel which offers excellent resistance to oxidation and corrosion. Our premium needles are packaged in high quality resealable packs so you can keep them clean and safe between uses.

Our colour categorisation helps you find the needles you are looking for: yellow for cross stitch, coral for embroidery, turquoise for tapestry, brown for golden needles, green for plastic needles, light green for beading needles, blue for chenille needles and orange for darning needles.