The slightly rounded universal needle tip is perfect for sewing a variety of knit and woven fabrics. This is a general-purpose needle that works excellently for zigzag stitches and is sharp enough to go through a few layers of fabric, but not ideal for many layers or fabrics with a high thread count. 130/705 H (flat shank needle with a center needle point). Needle size guide: The first number of the size (e.g., "90" from 90/14) is the diameter of the needle shaft in millimeters. The "90" means that the needle has a diameter of 0.90 mm. The second number is simply the corresponding size in the US needle sizing system.