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Old 09-13-2011, 05:06 AM
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What size needle do you use in your machine while sewing a bow tuck together? All the layers are so thick when you join them. Would a larger size or a smaller size work better?
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Old 09-13-2011, 05:11 AM
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I use 80-12 for everything.
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Old 09-13-2011, 05:15 AM
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you may want to try a size 16 or a jeans needle
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Old 09-13-2011, 05:17 AM
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I used a 14 on mine.
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Old 09-13-2011, 06:37 AM
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you may want to try a size 16 or a jeans needle
this is what i use
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I've made many bow tucks with an 80/12 needle. However, bigger is better with all the layers.
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Thank you. Have 2 to put together tomorrow.
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