I have bought packages of faulty production, both thread and needles. It took me time to realize it was the needles. A low price brand out there makes needles less polished than the common brands, and they act up more often than others. Even the best of brands have had complaints on this site, but I have to admit, the well known good quality brands have given me little to no trouble. If a needle doesn't sew past two stitches it's usually seriously damaged, or it's something else.