I second that answer about putting a white paper behind the needlw. Also, I dont know what kinf of machine you have but I have a Babylock and it only takes a $4.00 part that you slide off the old one and slide on the new one.

I second that answer about putting a white paper behind the needlw. Also, I dont know what kinf of machine you have but I have a Babylock and it only takes a $4.00 part that you slide off the old one and slide on the new one.

Great suggestion with the lip balm. I notice using bees wax (run the thread through once or twice) while I hand quilt makes it SEW much easier to thread the needle (makes it a lot stiffer). I know how frustrating it is when you can't seem to get it!

I use the little metal needle threaders, too. I always get a handful in my stocking at Christmas :) They're great.

this is what I do and works great even hand sewing

Someone on here said to wet your finger and put it behind the needle and it will pull the thread through. Works for me every time.

Works for me everytime too......spit is like a magnet......now remember it only takes a lick of the finger and touch the back of the eye of the needle.....not a big lugy.....LOL!

If a LQS doesn't have these ... the try to order online @

www.thecolorfulworldofsewing.com




Great web site Thanks

I am looking for one! Was going by what the repair man told me when I had the Juki cleaned. The 2nd machine is a Brother. My friend sold it to me for 25.00 because the threader did not work.

Thank you all! I can't get over how much I learn from this board.
Love it, Love it!