Schmetz Piecing & Quilting 5 pk Combo, Assorted Needles and Sizes: Quilting 75/11, 90/14; Microtex 80/12 (2), 90/14. The Quilting needleshave a special taper to the slightly rounded point. Microtex needles have a very slim acute point. Microtex (i.e. Sharp) and Quilting Needles create precise and fewer skipped stitches when piecing and quilting cotton fabrics. Needle types differ in tapered point. Compare needle types for best results.