SOHMO Tapestry Needles | Japanese-Made Blunt Tip

These Sohmo blunt-tip needles belong in every knitter's kit. 

These tapestry needles by Sohmo have a blunt, rounded tip that passes between fabric threads rather than splitting them, and a large eye that accommodates thick thread, multiple strands of floss, or yarn without fraying. These two features make them the right tool for any work on open-weave fabric - knitting, canvas, aida, even weave linen, as well as for any finishing work that requires threading thick yarn through a needle without a point.

Packaged in a compact sliding-lid tin, the same format as all SOHMO needle tins, sized to fit in a project bag, embroidery basket, or sewing box. Your tin contains 20 needles across three sizes, which is a practical assortment for matching needle to fabric and thread weight

SOHMO Tapestry Needles are made in Japan by a manufacturer with over 100 years of needle-making experience. Ten precision processes produce a needle that is consistently smooth, snag-free, and strong. The blunt tip is rounded cleanly, not just ground down, which means it glides between threads rather than catching on them.

What they're used for: Cross stitch and counted work on aida and evenweave. The blunt tip navigates the fabric grid without splitting the weave, keeping stitch lines clean and even. Long stitch, needlepoint, and tapestry canvas work - the large eye handles multiple strands and wool thread comfortably. Finishing knitted garments - tapestry needles are the standard tool for seaming knitted pieces together and weaving in yarn ends. The blunt tip and large eye handle even bulky yarn without snagging. Also great for candlewicking and other decorative thread work on open-weave fabrics.

Details

22 gauge (0.89 × 40.00mm) - 6 needles. The finest in the tin. For finer counts like 18ct or 28ct evenweave, and finer threads 

20 gauge (1.07 × 45.50mm) - 7 needles. A versatile mid-size for 14ct aida, standard tapestry canvas, and most cross stitch work

18 gauge (1.24 × 48.50mm) - 7 needles. The largest in the tin. For coarser canvas counts, chunky wool, and seaming knitted garments

A note on tapestry needle sizing: unlike standard sewing needle gauges where higher numbers mean finer needles, tapestry needles follow the same convention - 22 is finer than 18. The numbers just look different because tapestry needles are measured on a different scale.

Care: Do not leave needles in projects for extended periods. Nickel plating may corrode in humid or coastal environments. Store in a dry place. 

About SOHMO

Sonya Morris is the founder of SOHMO. With a passion for sewing and crafting, Sonya set out to create a brand that would provide high-quality tools for creative minds. And thus, SOHMO was born. With a focus on quality, SOHMO's collection of tailoring shears, embroidery scissors, and pins have quickly become must-haves for sewers and crafters alike. 

Sonya's attention to detail and dedication to craftsmanship is evident in each and every SOHMO product. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, SOHMO has the perfect tools for you to bring your creations to life.

Sonya founded SOHMO in Melbourne, Australia in 2018. Disappointed by the lacklustre selection of poorly made sewing tools available at chain stores, Sonya embarked on a journey to find quality sewing tools that are made to last. SOHMO is the result of many years of consideration and investigation to source quality, useful sewing tools. The result is a collection of the highest quality intended to be used for many years to come.