Needles

ANATOMOY of a NEEDLE

"YOUR SEWING MACHINE IS ONLY AS GOOD AS IT'S NEEDLE"

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ALL modern sewing machines use the same "Universal" style needle 15X1. Other equivalent numbers may include: 705H, HAX1, SY2020, 2045.
The correct selection of needle type and size to suit the thread and fabric being sewn results in a more satisfactory stitch. Fine fabrics should be sewn with a fine needle size 11, medium fabrics size 14 and heavy fabrics size 16 or 18. You will see listed on our site a variety of needle points for various fabrics. Please check your manual for needle/thread relationship.

FLAT SIDE: A general rule when replacing sewing machine needles, is the flat side of the needle is placed to the back of the machine if the bobbin is put in from the front. For variations please consult your manual.

LONG GROOVE: When the needle makes a hole in the fabric it makes the hole only large enough for itself. The thread seats itself into the long groove as the needle enters the fabric. NOTE: You will always thread the eye of the needle from the long goove side, which will always be the opposite of the flat side.

SHORT GROOVE (Scarf): Found on the backside of the needle just above the eye. This grooved out portion of the needle is where the shuttle or hook picks the thread up from the needle to start the stitch formation. Over the years as fabrics have become more difficult to sew the scarf has increased in length and depth.

General information: The over-all length of a universal needle 15X1 is one inch and a half (1 9/16")(39mm). If you are suddenly skipping stitches or breaking thread, check your manual to see if the needle is inserted correctly. If that does not solve the problem take the machine and foot control in to your service technician to check and adjust timing. Never sew with a bent or blunt needle. Change your needle often; remember "YOUR SEWING MACHINE IS ONLY AS GOOD AS IT'S NEEDLE"

Magnistitch #MG4
$12.95
Magnistitch makes sewing or any fine craft activity so much easier!
Thread the needle on your sewing machine, serger (overlock) or hand needle without strain.
The Magnistitch is held on by presser sensitive adhesive tape; requires no special tools for mounting.
The double ball joint arm lets you adjust the wide lens (2" X 3") angle to suit your needs and snaps out of the ball attachment to be used as a hand held magnifier.
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Tweezers #TWE6
$3.95
Top quality tweezers with guide pin
6" long with bent point design.
The best tool in your accessory box. Ideal for threading needles on sewing machines and needles and loopers on sergers. Many other practical sewing uses: removing thread and lint build-up from small areas in the sewing machine, pulling out unwanted stitches, etc.
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Gingher 8" Scissors #G8
$25.95
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Suggested retail $31.95
The most popular dressmaker scissors on the market.
High quality Knife Edge, comes boxed (some boxes may have transparent top) with a protective sheath.
PLEASE NOTE: These scissors (G-8) are intended for right hand use, if you require left hand scissors (G-8L) please indicate on the shopping cart under "ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS".

CAUTION: As in most cutting instruments the point and blades are sharp and should be handled ONLY by adults for cutting fabrics and craft use.
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Operator Maintenance Kit
$12.95
*High quality oil in refillable extendable spout
*Lubricant for gears
*Lint brush
*Extra fine quality screw driver for tension adjustments
*2 strips of crocus cloth for removing burs on hook, etc.
*6" abrasive cord #52 for removing burs in and around needle plate, etc.
*Oil and lubricant instructions pamphlet for various models
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