To meet the specialized needs of decorative stitching, the embroidery needle is longer than other needles. Its eye is also customized for embroidery. Two or three strands of thread, flattened between the fingers, fit easily through the elongated eye. 

The Size 11 Embroidery/Redwork needle is ideal for fine embroidery work. The needle's shank is not too thick yet the eye is large enough to accommodate two strands of embroidery thread. If you prefer to stitch with short needles you will enjoy using Size 11 Embroidery/Redwork needles.