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05-11-2010, 04:30 PM

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sewcrazygirl

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where??

05-11-2010, 04:39 PM

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maryb119

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I change my needles very often. My machine is worth it.

05-11-2010, 05:11 PM

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judithb

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Quote:

Originally Posted by wraez

I can usually tell by the sound. Haven't used the titanium needles but they definitely look interesting.

I wouldn't mind changing needles more often if they weren't on the expensive side. I did find a place online that sells Organ needles in bulk/100 for only $19 and have been thinking of buying them, then I wouldn't mind changing my needle often. Organ needles are supposed to be very good needles.

warm quilt hugs, sue in CA

Depends on if they are good ones or not. If tt sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

05-11-2010, 05:39 PM

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wraez

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This might be the website.

Don't know that this sounds too good to be true, I've heard that Allbrands.com is reputable.

http://www.allbrands.com/productsear...er_by=pricelow

warm quilt hugs, sue in CA

05-11-2010, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by BellaBoo

I started using titanium plated machine needles. They last much longer then regular needles. I can machine quilt several big size quilts with one needle. I can tell when the needle goes dull so it's not just a guess on my part. I buy these:

.... Most professionals recommend changing the needle every project or, if you count, every 8 hours. Imagine having a needle that will last 40 to 60 hours. This is equivalent to saving 80% on the cost of needles.....
http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/...s/description/

I participated in a guild workshop today led by Ann Fahl -- she is a fabric embroidery artist. The titanium needles by Superior were her recommendation, also. For the embroidery work we used "Top=stitch" needles. No (or very seldom) a broken thread--we used all kinds of "fancy" thread. These needles were wonderful.

05-11-2010, 05:45 PM

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wraez

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Wow, they also have the least expensive 'bendable light' that I've seen! Only $29.

http://www.allbrands.com/products/abp14023-0069.html

warm quilt hugs, sue in CA

05-11-2010, 05:59 PM

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judithb

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Quote:

Originally Posted by wraez

Thanks

05-11-2010, 06:19 PM

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quiltinghere

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Quote:

Originally Posted by wraez

Wow, they also have the least expensive 'bendable light' that I've seen! Only $29.

http://www.allbrands.com/products/abp14023-0069.html

Has anyone used this light and then tried to remove it? Did it mess up the finish on your machine? Plastic? Metal? Painted?

RE:Changing Needles - I'd have to go with the rule about changing every 8 hours of sewing. The ONE PROJECT I'm working on now has at least . . . Hours and Hours of sewing in to just the piecing . . . 2 hours here - 6 hours there - 1 hour then - 3 hours later...you get the idea. I'm thinking about every 3rd bobbin would be 8 hours.

Another reminder (especially if using an OLDER machine) - remember to OIL it while using it frequently or after non-use. I believe the instructions on my Wonderful Singers say once a day with heavy use. I can hear the difference after I oil it.

05-11-2010, 06:47 PM

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judee0624

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My dealer says change after using 2 bobbins.
judee

05-11-2010, 07:28 PM

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trif

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I change my needle after every four to six hours of sewing, i have noticed a difference in how my machine runs. I used to not change as often but it's made my sewing smoother.