"Straw" needles
#24
I had straw needles and loved them. Needed more and could not find them anywhere but I found milliner needles that were the same so I got them and they work just as well. the only thing about them is they are so thin they tend to bow but they still sew great. I change to a new one when the bow or bend gets really bad. I just saw straw needles on sale in my last Connecting threads catalog and plan to order some.
#25
I use straw needles for applique, but not for binding. I use silk thread for applique, and I can easily thread that through the straw needle, but when binding I use a heavier thread and can't usually get it through the straw needle's eye. I also prefer a heavier needle for binding.
#30
Straw needles are also called Milliners needles. I use my size 11 applique needles for my bindings. Here is a link with lots of choices. I still think that it is personal opinion as to which needle you feel more comfortable with.
http://www.sewuniquecreations.com/ca...ategory_id=232
http://www.sewuniquecreations.com/ca...ategory_id=232
Best known for use in hand applique, the Straw needle has a narrow shank that glides easily through several layers of fabric. Since the eye of the needle is punched within the existing shank, it does not hesitate at the eye when pulled through fabric. The Straw needle is also useful for basting, hand piecing, and applique. Here's her website: http://www.jeanakimballquilter.com/s...awneedles.html.
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