Needle Size?
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A quilt teacher one time suggested that I use a size 70 Sharp needle, and I've been using it ever since (haven't been quilting for long though) for piecing. It is especially nice for batiks, IMHO.
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It also depends on your choice of thread. Star thread is a little thicker & Bernina lady said to always use a 14/90 needle with it. Aurfill is so fine (and beautiful !) I use a 12/80 with that. cotton covered poly sometimes requires a 14 needle also. and batiks require a change of needle more often so they are sharp. I think there are a couple of internet sites that really explain needles, scarf, etc.
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