Perfect for silk ribbon embroidery...chenille needles are large eyed needles and are identical to a tapestry or cross stitch needle in length and in diameter. However, the chenille point is sharp, rather than round and blunt. Our John James Chenille Needles (Size 18) are ideal for silk ribbons up to 13mm.
 
For other silk ribbon sizes, see also:
 
John James Chenille Needles (Size 24) -- for ribbons up to 7mm.
John James Chenille Needles (Size 26) -- for 2mm, 3mm and 4mm ribbons