Originally Posted by
Wonnie
I use #9 John James needles but have tried other name brands as well. Does anyone else have a problem with their needles bending???? I use Hobbs 80-20 but have tried other battings as well with the same problem. What am I doing wrong???????
Are you using a frame or hoop? Try not to pull the quilt tight in the hoop - you need to be able to flex the quilt sandwich. If it's too tight you really have to work to make the quilt stitches, which makes you grip the needle tighter.
I tend to bend needles, too, but after a few hours of quilting. I use the needle as long as I'm making good stitches. If I start having a problem, I get another one.
Janet