MADE IN ENGLAND: The name of John James Needles is recognized by needle crafters around the globe and is renowned for quality and reliability. QUALITY: Made of steel, the #12 needle measures 51mm in length and 0.36mm in diameter. They come on a blister card with 4 needles. THREADING: The stiff needle is very fine, long and straight, with long eyes made for keeping thread in place while working. BEADING: The #12 needles are perfect for use with 11/0 and 15/0 seeds beads. They are fantastic to string beads, pearls and sequins. BEADWORK: These needles work great for loom weaving as well as off-loom stitching such as peyote, brick, herringbone and netting.