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08-31-2011, 02:49 AM

#21

It'sJustMe

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Use a magnifier to inspect the point. You'll be able to see any nicks or flattened areas.

08-31-2011, 03:26 AM

#22

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Quote:

Originally Posted by emerald46

The needle will also start making a slight "pop" noise when it pierces the fabric. I change mine after every project sometimes before, when I start to hear the magic sound.

Same here.

08-31-2011, 04:33 AM

#23

misscarol

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I replace a needle everytime I start a new project.

08-31-2011, 04:35 AM

#24

jeanneb52

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Every Monday...I know that's weird but it keeps me changing them.

08-31-2011, 04:53 AM

#25

Blinkokr

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If it drags or pulls on fabric or breaks then I change. I do not change my needle as often as I have seen others do here and have had no problems. I sew over pins and don't have much of a problem with breaking the needles. I sew on the average of 3 to 5 hours per day. Personal choice I think.
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08-31-2011, 04:56 AM

#26

eparys

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Cheri_J

you should change your needle after each project or every 10-14 hours of sewing. That's what my dealer told me.

That is the standard answer. I never think about it until after I have started a project, all threaded up and am already sewing. So, I guess the answer to your question from me is every couple of projects (not often enough). Also I can "hear" the difference when the needle is not sharp - it does not pierce the fabric and glide through smoothly but "makes a noise" when it hits the fabric.

08-31-2011, 04:58 AM

#27

almostfree

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Treasureit

I change my needle only when I have a problem or it breaks. Sewing machine dealers are like any other saleperson - sell sell sell! If it works I use it.

That's what I was thinking. I only change it if I need to.

08-31-2011, 05:07 AM

#28

Para722

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I change mine after about 15 hours of sewing.

08-31-2011, 05:10 AM

#29

fudge and furs

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Mostly I can tell by the sound, feel of the machine. I also make it a "point" :wink: to clean/oil machine at that time if necessary

08-31-2011, 05:13 AM

#30

jitkaau

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Generally every 8 hours of working is the rule of thumb. However, whenever you hear a popping sound when the needle goes in - it is definitely time as you have left it too late. One gets used to "knowing" when it is time - don't wait until the needle breaks to do it.