Curved handquilting needle?
 

My sister has a friend that told her they have a curved sewing needle for hand quilting that makes it so much easier to do and get more even stitching. Anyone else ever heard of it and know where you can get it?

Have never heard of it! The only curved hand sewing needle I am familiar with is used for upholstery. Will be interesting to hear what others have to say.

That's what I said! I've only seen them for upholstery or to sew carpet pieces together.

http://www.jjneedles.com/products/Cu...ted-Sizes.html

Not sure it would be something I could get my head or hands around but for those who can.....I think you can get these on amazon.com site and probably other craft stores too...several makers from john james to dritz.... google curved quilting needles to find more options

I have a curved needle that is for the use on upholstery.

I am hand piecing hexies and my needle has developed a definite curve. I find it is easier to not poke my thumb when stitching. I don't see how it would help with quilting tho.

here is the description it does not really sound like it is used for quilting to me.
Product Description
Curved Quilting sewing needles are the quilter’s choice when creating fabric boxes. These sewing needles make the application of sewing together pieces of stiffened fabric so much easier and they are kind on the finger too. This is a must have for every sewing box whether you are a quilter or not and they are an ideal sewing needle to be used for a variety of projects. This pack contains 4 assorted sizes of sewing needles ranging from small to large.

You are right it is used more for sewing where a straight needle is difficult to use.

I have curved needles that I used when I thread basted my quilts. Found out much easier to pin baste.