The sashiko needle is straight and is made with a big needle eye which is designed to pass through fabric smoothly. It is perfect for sashiko stitching. Sizes: Thick (0.91mm × 51.5mm), 4 needles Thin: (0.84mm × 51.5mm), 4 needles Asst Long: 2 needles of each size (1.02mm x 66mm), (0.97mm x 44mm), (0.84mm x 51mm) Asst Short: 2 needles of each size (0.91mm x 42mm), (0.84mm x 45mm), (0.84mm x 36mm)