Threading Needles for Sewing By Hand

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02-07-2014, 05:18 AM

#31

LynnG

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I got tired of those little wire threaders breaking too...the really cheap tin like ones. I put a good glob of hot glue on the part where the threading wire meets the chintzy metal holder. I've had the same cheap threader for years.

02-07-2014, 05:18 AM

#32

Aurora

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I also use a very small needle. John James make needles with long eyes that are easier to thread.

02-07-2014, 05:20 AM

#33

LynnG

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Jackie Spencer

My daughter would always thread a whole pkg. of needles onto the spool of thread for me. I used an #11 needle.

Love this!

02-07-2014, 05:25 AM

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sinceresissy

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I am going to get the Clover threader but I am also going to ask what kind of thread you are using if you are using an eleven or twelve needle? I have decided that this Mettler cotton thread is part of my problem. I have tried stiffing the end of the thread up and I have not had luck with that. I also have an Ott lamp and I would not be able to sew without it.

02-07-2014, 05:58 AM

#35

sherryl1

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also,turn the needle over and try threading the other side of it.sound strange,but the eye of the needle is stamped and if you thread they had facing up when it was stamped,you will have more luck threading....worth a try.

02-07-2014, 06:12 AM

#36

grma33

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 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!

Great tip never heard of this but going to try it. i`m quilting with perel cotton.Try threading those needles!
Thanks Gale

02-07-2014, 06:36 AM

#37

hairquilt

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Sherryl is right!! I used to fight threading needles too until I read on the Board that there is a front & back to a needle & tried it. So easy now & I use a #10 Piecemaker needle.