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    Old 02-04-2011, 11:41 AM
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    I just use a needle threader...
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    Old 02-04-2011, 11:52 AM
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    Thanks for the tips! I find it very amusing that I can thread a #10 easier than I can an embroidery needle, my hands just seem to know where that tiny hole is, right side or back side.
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    Old 02-04-2011, 12:31 PM
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    Originally Posted by sewwhat85
    i didnt know that but i do have better luck putting needle on thread not putting thread in the needle, if that makes sense
    Absolutely! I do it the same way and I have no problems to thread my needles. I hold the thread between thumb and forefinger of my left hand very short and guide the needle's eyer over the thread's end.
    It also helps when you cut the thread diagonally!
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    Old 02-04-2011, 12:32 PM
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    Originally Posted by Happy Treadler
    Did you know that there is actually a right side and a wrong side to thread a hand needle?? Learned it yesterday in my new American Patchwork & Quilting magazine. It said if you're having trouble threading a needle, turn it around. It actually worked!!
    Thank you so much, Trina! It really makes sense to me. I will tell the students im my workshops if you don't mind!

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    Old 02-04-2011, 12:34 PM
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    Great tip!
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    Old 02-04-2011, 03:44 PM
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    Originally Posted by sewwhat85
    i didnt know that but i do have better luck putting needle on thread not putting thread in the needle, if that makes sense
    I read you Nancy, I do that too. It is a lot easier holding the thread pinched below the surface of fingers and 'pushing' the needle eye down over it...man we really need a picture. I'll try to get my husband to take it for me.
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    Old 02-04-2011, 04:52 PM
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    Never heard that........wonderful and thanks for sharing :D
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    Old 02-04-2011, 07:58 PM
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    I'll try that next time!
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    Old 02-04-2011, 08:03 PM
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    Well.... heavens to Betsy! Who would have thought. Thanks for sharing! ;-)
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    Old 02-04-2011, 08:10 PM
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    I didn't know. Thanks for sharing.
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