Sewing and embroidery accessories
Needles, hoops, scissors, and all the tools that make embroidering, sewing, and knitting easier. Shop by category, figure out which hoop you need for your design, and find out which needle is right for each fabric or yarn.
Types of accessories
What size hoop do I need?
Indicate the size of your design and we will show you the smallest round and square hoops it will fit in with room to spare. In cross stitch, it is not essential that it fits entirely: you can stitch in sections and move the hoop.
Reference measurements: which design fits in each frame?
| Frame | Maximum square design | In Aida 14 ct |
|---|---|---|
| Round frame Ø 7,5 cm | 2,5 × 2,5 cm | 13 × 13 points |
| Round frame Ø 12,5 cm | 6 × 6 cm | 33 × 33 points |
| Round frame Ø 18,5 cm | 10,3 × 10,3 cm | 56 × 56 points |
| Round frame Ø 25 cm | 14,8 × 14,8 cm | 81 × 81 points |
| Round frame Ø 15,5 cm | 8,1 × 8,1 cm | 44 × 44 points |
| Round frame Ø 10 cm | 4,2 × 4,2 cm | 23 × 23 points |
| Round frame Ø 13 cm | 6,4 × 6,4 cm | 35 × 35 points |
| Round frame Ø 16 cm | 8,5 × 8,5 cm | 46 × 46 points |
| Round frame Ø 19 cm | 10,6 × 10,6 cm | 58 × 58 points |
| Round frame Ø 22 cm | 12,7 × 12,7 cm | 70 × 70 points |
| Round frame Ø 25 cm | 14,8 × 14,8 cm | 81 × 81 points |
| Round frame Ø 28 cm | 17 × 17 cm | 93 × 93 points |
| Round frame Ø 31 cm | 19,1 × 19,1 cm | 105 × 105 points |
| Round frame Ø 17,5 cm | 9,5 × 9,5 cm | 52 × 52 points |
| Square frame 9,5 × 9,5 cm | 5,5 × 5,5 cm | 30 × 30 points |
| Square frame 14,5 × 14,5 cm | 10,5 × 10,5 cm | 57 × 57 points |
| Square frame 19,5 × 19,5 cm | 15,5 × 15,5 cm | 85 × 85 points |
| Square frame 25 × 25 cm | 21 × 21 cm | 115 × 115 points |
| Square frame 21 × 21 cm | 17 × 17 cm | 93 × 93 points |
| Square frame 29 × 29 cm | 25 × 25 cm | 137 × 137 points |
| Square frame 39 × 39 cm | 35 × 35 cm | 192 × 192 points |
| Square frame 47 × 47 cm | 43 × 43 cm | 237 × 237 points |
| Square frame 11 × 11 cm | 7 × 7 cm | 38 × 38 points |
| Square frame 14 × 14 cm | 10 × 10 cm | 55 × 55 points |
| Square frame 28 × 28 cm | 24 × 24 cm | 132 × 132 points |
| Square frame 43 × 43 cm | 39 × 39 cm | 214 × 214 points |
Calculated with a 2 cm margin around the design.
Which needle to use for each project
The needle point and thickness depend on the fabric or yarn. This table summarizes the most common combinations for cross stitch, embroidery, sewing, crochet, and knitting.
| Work | Needle | Number or thickness | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross stitch on 11 ct Aida | Tapestry, blunt tip | No. 22 | 3 strands of mouliné |
| Cross stitch on 14 and 16 ct Aida | Tapestry, blunt tip | No. 24 | 2 strands of mouliné |
| Aida 18 and 20 ct, etamine and linen from 25 to 28 ct | Tapestry, blunt tip | No. 26 | 1 or 2 strands of mouliné |
| Etamine and 32 ct or higher linen | Tapestry, blunt tip | No. 28 | 1 or 2 strands, over 2 threads |
| Free-form embroidery | Embroidery (crewel), pointed tip | No. 5 to 9 | The fewer the strands, the finer the needle |
| Hand sewing | Sewing (sharps), sharp point | No. 7 to 10 | Higher numbers for finer fabrics |
| Crochet with fine cotton yarn | Steel crochet hook | 0.6 to 1.75 mm | For lace and doilies |
| Crochet with fine or medium yarn | Crochet | 2.25 to 5 mm | For amigurumi, half a size smaller than the yarn’s recommended size |
| Crochet with chunky yarn | Crochet | 5.5 to 9 mm | For blankets and warm clothing |
| Knit with fine or medium-weight yarn | Knitting needles | 2.25 to 5 mm | For sweaters, socks, and baby clothes |
| Knit with chunky yarn | Knitting needles | 5.5 to 9 mm | For scarves, hats, and blankets |
The ball or skein label indicates the recommended needle size for that yarn.
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How to choose your sewing accessories
Explore our selection of sewing and embroidery accessories, designed for those who enjoy textile arts with precision and creativity. In this collection, you will find everything from round and square embroidery hoops to embroidery and sewing needles, as well as thread organizers, pincushions, needle magnets, needle threaders, fabric marking pencils, measuring tapes, thimbles, and high-precision scissors.
Whether you work with cross-stitch, traditional embroidery, or creative sewing, having the right tools makes a difference. Our range is designed to complete your sewing kit with practical, durable, and aesthetically pleasing products. Discover useful accessories for your textile projects and make every project more comfortable and efficient.
All items are selected for their quality and usefulness for those who sew, embroider, or customize clothing and crafts. Complete your sewing room with our essentials.
Frequently Asked Questions
What supplies do I need to start cross-stitching?
You only need five things: fabric (14-count Aida is the easiest), embroidery floss, a size 24 tapestry needle, small sharp-pointed scissors, and a hoop. A needle threader, a needle magnet, and a floss organizer make the job more convenient, but they are not essential.
What is the difference between a tapestry needle and an embroidery needle?
The tapestry needle has a blunt tip: it passes through the holes of the Aida, etamine, or linen without breaking the threads, which is why it is the one used for cross-stitch. The embroidery or crewel needle has a sharp tip to pierce the fabric and is the appropriate one for free-form embroidery.
What size hoop do I need?
It depends on what you are going to do. For cross-stitch, the entire design does not need to fit: it is stitched in sections and the hoop is moved. If you are going to freehand embroider or frame the embroidery in the hoop itself, choose one in which the design fits with about 2 cm of margin. The calculator on this page tells you the exact size.
Round, square, or oval frame?
The round frame is the most commonly used because it distributes tension evenly across the fabric. The square frame is better suited for square or rectangular designs, while the oval frame complements elongated designs and works beautifully for framing.
What is a needle magnet used for?
It is a small decorative magnet that attaches to the fabric with another piece on the back. While you rest or change colors, you leave the needle attached to it so it doesn't get lost or stuck in the embroidery.
How do you use a needle threader?
Pass the threading wire through the eye of the needle, thread the needle with the thread, and pull the threader back: the thread will remain in the eye. It is especially useful with fine needles or when embroidering with multiple strands.