Broke my last quilting needle, question

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I broke the last quilting needle on my machine and I don't won't to go to the store in this rain. Has anyone used a different type of needle?? like the one for jeans?
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Quote: I broke the last quilting needle on my machine and I don't won't to go to the store in this rain. Has anyone used a different type of needle?? like the one for jeans?
that one might leave big holes, but I've been known to use what I have. Depends on the project. Some require finesse.
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I use a larger needle for quilting than piecing so that I don't break needles :D:D:D
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I am sewing the binding on...so I don't think it will show. What happens if the holes are big?
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Amma, Which one do you use?
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I have used jean needles and everything came out just fine. The holes disappear after you wash it.
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Quote: I am sewing the binding on...so I don't think it will show. What happens if the holes are big?

you might see them, that's all. For binding, I would think it's okay, but what do i know?
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argh....my machine is not working...the bobbin thread keeps getting stuck. I'm so frustrated...most if the binding is done so I will hand sew the rest than hand sew the other side. I hope I can figure out what is wrong with my machine.
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I would use what I have...
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Jeans needles will be fine. Some people I know use them for everything. The holes are not substantial. Go for it!
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