Source-backed model reference · US

Baby Lock Joy / BL25B needle size

The exact machine name and needle system determine fit. This page transcribes the cited manufacturer manual and keeps fabric use, insertion and specialty-needle notes together.

Fabric and size chart

• Lightweight fabrics → 65/9–75/11
• Medium fabrics → 75/11–90/14
• Heavy fabrics → 90/14–100/16
• Stretch, fine and synthetic fabrics → blue-tip or ball-point needle as shown in the official chart

Insert and replace

With the flat side of the needle toward the rear, push the needle against the stopper pin and tighten the clamp screw.

Other manual notes

• The official chart gives general sizes 11/75 or 14/90 and blue-tip/ball-point guidance for stretch and synthetic fabrics.

Manufacturer source

Baby Lock Joy Instruction and Reference Guide ↗

Source market: US (Baby Lock official machine manual); English + French · Checked October 23, 2026. Verify the full model label, fabric and current manual before sewing.

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