Is it really BAD to use regular needle instead of quilting needle???

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02-18-2012, 07:00 PM

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Painiacs

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Wow! I didn't know there was such a thing as a quilting needle! I just use universal.

02-18-2012, 09:17 PM

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donnalynett

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I use #14 sharps.

02-19-2012, 03:51 AM

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paulswalia

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ghostrider

Universal isn't wrong if that's all you have, but I think there's better choices. I use a microtex (aka, sharp) instead of a universal needle. Universals have a slightly rounded tip and the microtex has a sharper, thinner point so it's perfect for piecing, appliqué, and quilting. Here's some info on how to choose and the differences between needles. http://quiltbug.com/articles/choosing-needle.htm

Ghostrider, thanks for the excellent link!

02-19-2012, 04:08 AM

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Amythyst02

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Painiacs

Wow! I didn't know there was such a thing as a quilting needle! I just use universal.

Me either!! I was beginning to think I was the only one that did not know this.

02-19-2012, 06:21 AM

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GailG

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I use size 12 or 14 universal needles for piecing and size 16 for quilting (I only stitch I the ditch or cross hatch.) For hand quilting, I use embroidery crewel needles.

02-19-2012, 06:28 AM

#26

AZ Jane

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@ GailG, I thought I was the only one who didn't use quilting needles for hand quilting!!

02-19-2012, 06:54 AM

#27

glorcour

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I find they all work about the same even though THEY tell us there is a significant difference. I see it as a marketing ploy.

02-19-2012, 07:15 AM

#28

k9dancer

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I use universal needles for piecing and mostly use embroidery needles for quilting, as I normally use embroidery thread for quilting.

02-19-2012, 07:40 AM

#29

QuiltingQueen

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I have also started using the microtex sharp needles.... My machine is much quieter

However if I don't have them on hand, I will use universal cause I just gotta sew!

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Originally Posted by ghostrider

02-19-2012, 07:43 AM

#30

bizzyquilter

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I didn't know there were special needles for machine quilting. I always used universal needles. So does that mean I should also change my sewing thread? I always used cotton sewing thread on my machine.