Originally Posted by
Tartan
I bring up my threads when I start and stop. It knot them in a square knot and use my self threading hand needle to bury the ends in the quilt. I bought my needles from Walmart at about $3.50 for 6? They are the ones that the thread snaps into the top by pulling the thread down. I just like the look and want my stitching ends secured well.
I just using the self-threading needles for the first time this weekend. I was finding at times that trying to snap the thread into the head, it was breaking/tearing off. Is there any secret to this not happening? Or perhaps the brand?
In general I really liked them, just this little frustration ... so if anyone has any hints, I'd appreciate them. Thanks!