I hand quilt with Roxanne needles and warm & natural batting. Don't have an issue with either. Personally was not fond of the JJ needles. Much prefer the Roxanne's. Usually use #11's. Sometimes 10's; sometimes 12's. I know lots of folks think the w&n is difficult to needle through but I don't seem to have that issue. Find the quilts to be warm; flat; crinkly after washing.