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Favorite Hand Needles?
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Jeanne - thanks for that link. They seem better prices. DH just supplied me with a nice stash of needles/threaders/pencils at Christmas but I'll definite be bookmarking this site.
Kim in NJ
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My favourite would have to be 'Thimbleladys'' applique needles.
Dee in Oz
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I use straw needles for hand piecing. You can get a bunch of stitches on there. I also use 50 wt Aurefil thread. A really fine thread that is strong and doesn't twist on me.
I tend to bend the needles, but they still work.
Cindy
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I'm ready each and every reply, and making a chart of notes! Don't think by my being quiet that I'm not paying attention to the responses!!!
Thanks to everyone for their help!
Dannielle
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Hi Dannielle I love applique too - I hope you enjoy it. More often than not, I use John James #3/9 Milliners - they are great needles, thin, and glide through fabric beautifully. I use silk thread too - wonderful to work with.
Patti (formerly) in Seattle