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tessagin 03-27-2014 08:03 AM

I have 4 pair of the same and keep a pair with each sewing machine and hand sewing kit and embroidery kit. I also use them when I clean my machines. Look for that tiny little piece of aggravating lint stuck in the tiniest crack or crevest that keeps the machine from doing it's job.

Originally Posted by clem55 (Post 6647407)
I was having a hard time also, seeing the thread and the needle eye. I do wear bifocals, but decided to try a pair of reading glasses, 2.50 range, and they worked great for me, and you can get stronger strength.


amh 03-27-2014 08:22 AM

I recently purchased a Dritz Machine Needle Inserter and Treader from Amazon. It is not that expensive, and works very well for my sewing machine. I haven't found anything yet for sewing needles, but will try the Bohin. Thanks for the information.

Onebyone 03-27-2014 09:10 AM

I can't use the self threading needles. My thread breaks as I try to pull it down. I never got the knack of doing it and the needles don't seem to be sharp enough. I use Roxanne's needles. They are the best I've found.

NJ Quilter 03-27-2014 04:00 PM

For those that use the Bohin threader - do you also use Roxanne needles and does it work on those needles? I've only ever been able to use the Roxanne threaders with the Roxanne needles because the eyes are so small but I'd be willing to give the Bohin one a try if it's somewhat of a known quantity. Thanks.

Craftnut 03-27-2014 04:13 PM

I use a Clover, but I use a larger needle than the standard hand quilting needle. The problem is the longer needles have a bigger eye in a slightly lower place that lines up with the Clover, where the little hand needles don't line up.

sewwhat85 03-27-2014 06:21 PM

I use the clover threader and have no problem with small quilting needles it does just great.

quiltingcandy 03-27-2014 08:55 PM

I use the Clover one also, and it threads all my needles. The clue is how you lay the thread into it.

Peckish 03-27-2014 09:47 PM

Another vote for the Bohin threader. One of my closest friends got one and loves it. On her recommendation, I bought one for my mom and she also loves it.

Dolphyngyrl 03-27-2014 10:11 PM

I used my clover it to thread a bunch of really tiny applique needles, they are very tiny roxanne ones, they do have to have an oval eye to work, but the tiny thing I think is somehow misunderstood

Dolphyngyrl 03-27-2014 10:12 PM

I will check the size of my roxnne needles in the morning


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