Foxglove Cottage Betweens needles were designed specifically for hand quilting. More specifically, they were made for the traditional hand quilting done at a quilting frame or hoop. When using the traditional "rocker" method of hand quilting, the needle's short shank provides easy control. The Betweens needle is thicker than other needles, giving it added strength for moving through a quilt's multiple layers. Equally small quilting stitches are possible with any size of Betweens needles. Make your needle choice based on its comfort in your hand and your ability to thread it. Each Tube contains 16 needles unless otherwise stated.
The Size 8 is the longest and thickest of all of the Betweens/Quilting needles. It is appreciated for it's strength and durability.
The Size 9 Betweens needle is a little longer and thicker than the Size 10 Betweens needle.
The Size 10 Betweens needle is preferred by many hand quilters. It is long enough to handle easily, and thick enough to prevent frequent breaking from the pressure of the thimble when using the "rocker" method of hand quilting.
The Size 11 Betweens needle is a combination of the best characteristics of the Size 12 Between and the Size 10 Betweens needles. It is the identical length of the Size 12 Betweens needle and the same diameter of the Size 10 Betweens needle. It's length provides good control when using the "rocker" hand quilting method, and it's diameter keeps it from breaking easily.
The Size 12 Betweens needle is very short and very thin. Many hand quilters prefer it for getting the smallest of stitches. The eye of the Size 12 Betweens is tiny; some 100% cotton quilting threads are too large to thread through it's eye. The Size 11 Betweens needle is the same length and a little thicker than the Size 12. If the Size 12 breaks often or if is too difficult to thread, you may find the Size 11 Betweens to be a better choice.

The Betweens Sampler Needle card contains one each of every size of Betweens needle (8 to 12). It is an inexpensive way to sample all of the different sizes to find the right one for your quilting method and your hand. Order Sampler Card Below.