Originally Posted by redpurselady
I used twin needles for sewing down the bias on a stained glass wall hanging. This was the first time I ever used this type of needle and I broke 3 sets - UGH! After losing $15, I decided to try again and went real slow. I managed to finish the wall hanging but decided I will zig zag my bias down from now on. May not look as pretty, but at least I don't break expensive needles!
If you are breaking them, one suggestion is that when you have the needle down and try to pivot your fabric in a turn, remember you can't do that because there are 2 needles side by side and you can't pivot. I had students think they could pivot and broke needles. Also stitch slower. You can't be in a hurry.