nanna-up-north

Here is a picture of my Clover needle threader thingy. I'm going to buy a 2nd one so I can have 1 upstairs (where I hand sew while watching TV) and 1 downstairs (where my quilting frame is located). When you use the 50% off coupon at Joanns they aren't as expensive. And like others have said, I thread several needles at a time..... 5-6 usually. I use an 11 needle and it does have a teeny tiny eye. Good luck.

Viquilt

I think to small needle makes small stitched is a myth. I use select thread from YLI ( thin strong) and a Jeana Kimball's Foxglove Cottage needle size 9 Sharp. I lap quilt and get small stitches. You have to find what works for you. Vi

eparys

I agree - When I do not have that handy, I use old fashion beeswax on the end of the thread then, once it is "stiff" I cut the thread at a 45 degree angle.

mike'sgirl

I have the Clover needle threader and it does not work for my when threading betweens.

MacThayer

If I'm having a difficult time threading a needle, I will put a touch of starch on my fingers and then rub it into the end of the thread. You do have to wait for it to dry (doesn't take long) but it stiffens the thread enough to make it easier to thread. Of course, I am in agreement with all those who also depend on a good light, magnifier and dark background! Staples of the trade!

drgranny

This may sound unbelievable but if you are right handed, keep the needle in your right hand and thread in left hand. Take the needle toward the thread instead of thread to the needle. I would never have believed it if someone hadn't shown me. I can even thread the teeny needles.

mandyrose

thanks for starting this post, I been having the same problems also I gave up those darn wire thingy are so cheap anymore I'm going to buy that clover threader

QuiltnNan

aha... i'll have to get some of these... thanks

Geri B

I am now going to use a Joann coupon for one of those needle threaders...thanks for the positive feedback....wondered if it was worth the $.

Daisy Dew

Yes this is good. At my Quilt Club we would thread needles that way for our members with sight difficulties.
Also, do you know that thread has a right and wrong end? So use the front end of the thread to slide through the eye of the needle. you probably already know this but just a little reminder. My eye just aren't what they used to be either!