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What is your favorite needle for machine quilting?

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Old 09-14-2013, 09:37 AM
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I use topstitch needles, and like micro-tex too.
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Old 09-14-2013, 10:14 AM
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I like to use the microtex sharps, or the denim needles for machine quilting. Usually a size 12.
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Old 09-14-2013, 10:18 AM
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I use a 14 on normal thickness however if the fabric is heavy I use a 12.
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Old 09-14-2013, 10:19 AM
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I use the Superior Titanium topstitch 80/12 or 90/14. Love them, they last so much longer than other needles.
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Old 09-14-2013, 10:25 AM
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Originally Posted by RedGarnet222 View Post
I also use a 90 topstitch needle. But sometimes I use a denim needle for heavier quilts. The groove is larger on the needle shaft to accommodate the weight and draw on the fabric.
this is what i do as well
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Old 09-14-2013, 03:19 PM
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Thank you all. I just went out and bought some 90/14 topstitch.
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Old 09-14-2013, 04:20 PM
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I use Organ Titanium topstitch size 80 or 70 for piecing. I use size 90/14 with 50wt 3 ply which is the size of Connecting Threads Essential Cotton. I think the 50wt 3 ply is too thick for piecing if used in top and bobbin. I use a thin 70wt or 80wt bobbin thread when using the 50wt 3 ply. It took me a long time to understand thread size and needle size. The two have to work together.
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Old 09-14-2013, 04:26 PM
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I usually use a universal, though I also like the microtex. The size depends entirely on the thread.
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Old 09-14-2013, 09:20 PM
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Superior topstich titanium needles - size depends on what thread I'm using. There is a great chart on the Superior website showing which to use.

The Superior topstich needles are made by Organ, so I imagine they're the same.
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