Thanks for all the good advise. I think I will look for a clover threader thing. I have tried big eyed small needles and I can't pull it through the fabric. Also I am trying to use a cotton thread that is too thick. I will try a thinner one. I thought I wanted a thicker thread so the quilting would show up better. I have been using Mettler cotton. I don't know what weight. Very good suggestions everyone. I will try some of these.