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What are these SCARY looking needles for?
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03-19-2011, 06:12 PM
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yes, the leather needle is also called a "wing" needle ~ it closes up around and doesn't damage the leather.
The curved one is for upholstery, or hand-sewing thick materials (like basting thick or chenille quilts). Those take some getting used to.
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