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AlwaysQuilting 12-24-2010 02:19 AM

Do I need to use a ballpoint needle to sew T-shirts into a quilt?
Merry Christmas to everyone!

dakotamaid 12-24-2010 04:45 AM

I didn't, I've made several and just used a regular needle.

AlwaysQuilting 12-24-2010 04:56 AM

Thanks so much for your fast reply.
I need to have them done by New Years.
Merry Christmas!

dakotamaid 12-24-2010 04:57 AM

Good Luck and Merry Christmas.

thequiltmama 12-24-2010 05:14 AM

good luck

dkabasketlady 12-24-2010 05:30 AM

I just finished making two of them and just used a regular needle!! I didn't have any problems!

suebee 12-24-2010 05:43 AM

I think it depends on your machine. Some machines are picky. I made 7 tshirt quilts and had alot of issue with breaking thread, then someone suggested I use the ballpoint needle and viola! it solved my problem. Merry Christmas

AlwaysQuilting 12-24-2010 05:56 AM


Originally Posted by suebee
I think it depends on your machine. Some machines are picky. I made 7 tshirt quilts and had alot of issue with breaking thread, then someone suggested I use the ballpoint needle and viola! it solved my problem. Merry Christmas

OK I guess if I can get to the fabric store I'll buy ballpoints just in case.
Thanks :thumbup:

oatw13 12-24-2010 07:25 AM

I think if you use interfacing on the back so they don't stretch, then a regular needle is what you need. However, if you are just sewing through the knit, a ball point needle will be better.

prairiequeen 12-24-2010 07:39 AM

I use a regular needle and a walking foot.


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