Cross stitch needles 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 long eye also makes it easier to thread with embroidery threads.

DMC Cross Stitch needles come in sizes 22-26, the smaller the number the larger the needle so a size 26 cross stitch needle is the finest we sell.

DMC offer the most popular size of cross stitch needles in packs of 6:

Ref 1771/1 contains 6 x size 22 cross stitch needles
Ref 1771/2 contains 6 x size 24 cross stitch needles
Ref 1771/3 contains 6 x size 26 cross stitch needles

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

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!