On Fri, 8 Mar 2013 16:51:28 +0000 (UTC), NightMist wrote:

Or maybe a zardosi needle?
http://www.aiacaonline.org/pdf/zardo...dery-extended-
documentation.pdf

Well good morning!
It never once occurred to me to look at tambour needles, and actually
think!

Found some ari hooks for sale:
http://www.londonembroideryschool.com/collections/specialist-equipment/products/indian-ari-hook-3pcs

Kay