These gold petite tapestry needles combine two features preferred by stitchers - gold coating and shorter length.
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Gold Petite Tapestry Needles - Size 22, 24, 26, 28
Examples of gold-plated petite tapestry needles are shown here. The needles are sized from 28 up to 22 - remember that the smaller the number, the larger the needle size.

