What is a size 12 English beading needle, and what should I use it for?
The size 12 English beading needle is a high-quality, durable needle. Beading needles are longer than standard sewing needles, enabling you to string multiple seed beads and other beads. Use size 12 beading needles with beading threads size D and smaller, and use with 15 seed beads or larger. This size is recommended for all offloom bead weaving stitches and loom work. The size 12 beading needle is approximately 2″ long.