When working with sashiko thread, use a sashiko needle because they have a large eye which makes threading easy. OPTIONSSashiko Needles by Olympus (2 pack) in the blue packet featuring two needles of different lengths with round heads. Sashiko Needles by Olympus (4 pack) in the white packet featuring four needles of different lengths (43-65mm) with round heads. Hidamari Sashiko Needles by Lecien featuring six needles in various sizes, featuring square and round heads, and smaller and larger eyes. Sashiko Needles by Clover includes eight needles (two of each type) ranging in size from 0.89 mm -0.84 mm in diameter to 34.9 mm-50.8 mm in length. All are made in Japan. Please also see Tulip Sashiko Needles. ~~~ Here at Verb we love tending to our well worn clothes by mending the rips and holes and often use sashiko thread and needles. Looking for some mending inspiration? Check out Visible Mending by Arounna Khounnoraj and Mending Matters by Katrina Roderbaugh. Sashiko Samplers are great for practicing repeating patterns. If you want a POP of color to add to your mending, take a peek at our line of naturally dyed sashiko threads. Don't forget a needle threader, embroidery scissors, and hoop! Thimbles are helpful too.