clover desk needle threader
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#13
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Either I didn't understand how to use it (no directions) or there was a defect in the one that I bought. Wasted money!Originally Posted by NJ Quilter
Probably just color preference. My experience with them was underwhelming at best. Broke about the 3rd or 4th time I tried to use it. I just stick with the little wires on the metal discs any more. Much cheaper so when it breaks it's no big deal.
#14
Thanks for reminding me that I have one - unopened - and although I don't do a lot of hand work I really need help threading my needles. I think the needle's eyes are getting smaller, and they don't hold still. They must be getting old. 

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mike'sgirl , 02-11-2014 01:59 PM
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What brand of needles do you use? I can't get mine to work on my John James betweens.Originally Posted by Mdegenhart
They are just color choices, not different. I love mine. It even threads tiny quilters betweens with ease.
#16
I have both the Clover and the Bohin and I love them both. The Bohin actually has two places for needles - small and large, which to me means applique and sharps. They can both be finicky, and I have had to try up to 5 times to get the needle threaded, but it eventually works. Be sure the thread is pushed all the way down into the groove.
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carolstickelmaier , 02-11-2014 04:49 PM
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Guess I won't be investing in one. With my eyes failing faster than I'd like to accept .too. I use "straw needles" for my hand sewing. They are quite thin and have a very small eye. Most of mine have a decidedly "C" shaped curve in them, but I still love 'em. I have learned to place a light colored paper behind when threading or use the ole cheap needle threader. You all know it.....the thin piece of tin (I guess) with a loop of steel at the end.
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One has the stand and it does make it more stable. Also, I have found that if your needle is bent, it won't thread it. I have bought some as gifts. I think it is definitely worth the money.
Originally Posted by PAMAR
I have 2. Love them. Just introduced some of my quilting friends to them. Because of my "old eyes", I have a difficult time trying to thread needles, particularly the small #10 quilting needles. These really do the trick for me.One has the stand and it does make it more stable. Also, I have found that if your needle is bent, it won't thread it. I have bought some as gifts. I think it is definitely worth the money.