Needle Sampler by Colonial Needle

The finer the needle, the finer the thread, the finer my stitch" Kathy Delaney

For general applique I use Straw size 11.
When stitching with Batik, I use the Gold n' Glide Straw size 11.  It glides easily through any fabric for the finest stitch!
For hand quilting I use Betweens size 11.  It's easy to thread and doesn't easily bend. 
When stitching with Batik, I use the Gold n' Glide Betweens size 11.  It glides effortlessly through any fabric and batting for fine stitches.