I am new to sewing and I have a stupid question. Ok maybe not stupid just simple.
I do not know what type of needles to buy and or use. I have some with different colored base (non business end) and some with different colored dots on the throat of the needle. I bought a package of quilting needles, will these be good for piecing and the occasional sewing repair. Thanks for your help. G edit- sorry machine needles. |
Are you talking about macine needles or hand quilting needles?
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I usually use a size 11 for general piecing. If doing machine applique, I use anywhere from an 11 to a 14 depending on how much thickness I have. If I'm using rayon or glittery type threads for machine quilting, I will use a size 9.
Some machines do better with their brand of needles, but my Husquvarna works great with just a universal needle. Hope this helps! |
Don't worry about inexperience. I just started using a machine to piece and the needle thats working the best for me is size 11.
We love questions! Don't be afraid, just jump in! You'll be doing well very soon. |
http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/...eedle-know-how
http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/...es-an-overview i refer to these articles quite often |
Thanks PatriceJ. Girl you rule...
Thanks everyone else for your response. Regards from the sunny but frozen south. G |
Patrice ~ Great article for referencing needles. Thanks
QUESTION: Has anyone used that "spring" type needle for free motion quilting? I've never even heard of such a thing? I was wondering how well it works? Does it make free motion any easier? Does it improve the quality of the quilting? I'm interested in any input. Nita |
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