I changed to the titanium needle recently and am much happier with how long they last. Before I would change when a needle broke, changed to a different type, had a problem with the stitch or did a through cleaning which all means about once a month or so depending on what I was working on.
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Unfortunately I don't usually think about changing them until they break!
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I've been trying to change them more often so I don't have any problems. I like the way a new needle sews.
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Tintanium needles #12 from Superior Threads are the only needles I use - according to Bob's website they last 8x longer than other needles
Mine's been in for more than a year and still doing fine. http://www.superiorthreads.com |
I must say I have not been good about change unless bent,
break, different sounds, etc. I do have machine cleaned once a year. |
Originally Posted by Glassquilt
The thread about rotary cutters got me thinking. How often do I change my needle compared to how often do I change my rotary blade? If the needle needs to be changed every so many hours, maybe I could tie my blades to that.
I usually change when I hear the needle 'pop' while going through the fabric. |
I change my needle at the beginning of each new project. Find that I get better stitch quality and control....Needles are relatively inexpensive...and the quality of your sewing will improve.
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I'm a terrible soul.... I rarely change my needle.. until I hit a pin and break it... I know I know... it's bad on the machine.. but I"m on a tight budget..
I was given some " used" needles by another board member that changed her needle freq... I sharpen them and sew right along with them.. This saves me so much money..... If any of u needle changers wish to donate used needles , I'd love to salvage them.... I sew for Veterans ( American Veterans Project - bluteddies Veterans) I freq sew heavy duck or upolstery fabrics and the needles really help keep costs down. PM me if anyone wishes to donate used needles ( dull not broken or bend ones.. I can do that on my own... LOL) thanks |
how do you know when a needle needs to be changed (other than the obvious.. it broke)
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Originally Posted by Rhaorth
how do you know when a needle needs to be changed (other than the obvious.. it broke)
And that tells me I should have changed it hours ago. :roll: |
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