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Old 08-14-2007, 12:41 PM
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Can anyone please let me know What size needle should I use to peace my quilt blocks? i am relatively new to quilting.

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Old 08-14-2007, 01:49 PM
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size 11 works best with most quilting fabrics. i used to stick to size 14, but have been very pleased for some time now by the difference the 11 makes.

size 14 for those fabrics a bit heavier than medium

size 16 or 18 if you're making something from old jeans
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Patrice and I are in complete agreement. :wink:
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