Clover black gold applique needle No.10 10 needles per pack

This is the type of applique needle recommended by Yoko Saito for applique.  Sharp point and thin shaft make it easy to use.  Bend resistant shaft makes it a breath for accurate and precise applique.

Clover says, our Black Gold Hand Sewing Needles are

• the finest and most exquisite needles ever.
• the needle is 30% less friction-resistant than conventional hand-sewing needles.
• the needle is polished along the axis and coated with ultra-thin black plating for anti-rust resistance.
• Experience astonishing smoothness with each use. These needles are durable, superior and so smooth, wherever and whatever the application may be.”

This link is size 10 needle -0.46mm thick and 33.3mm long.

Size 12 (0.46mm thick and 28.8mm long) Clover  black gold applique needle can be found here Clover black gold applique needle No.12 10 needles per pack.