Thanks for such a quick reply, BUT what happens when they get out of the case/packet and are used for a project?

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I haven’t had any problem like that with mine, even using softer embroidery floss (as opposed to sewing thread). Tulip Easy Threading Needles - Instead of threading the eye of the needle,pull the thread through the slot on the head.Tulip needles have a flexibility to them that makes them comfortable to hold, but not flimsy or noticeably bendable.

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The _cfduid cookie collects and anonymizes End User IP addresses using a one-way hash of certain values so they cannot be personally identified. I just started doing english paper piecing (working my first project) The needles did bend badly for me. I was quite dissatisfied with any other needle, like you mentioned, not getting the tip of the needle to pierce the fabric precisely and hand fatigue. I will then make up an index card with a small piece of felt for the “example” needle and a piece of felt to hold the sorted needles in that size.I have used tulip needles mainly for my quilting and patchwork “patchwork of the crosses” and I acquired my tulip needles from Sew and Quilt in Cornwall. My personal favourite is a Milliners 10 Big Eye, which is our most popular style as we specialise in English paper piecing (traditional hand-sewn patchwork) so this needle works wonderfully for that purpose. I wrote an article about backing embroidery fabric here, why, how, and what with: https://needlenthread.

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When I found out that she was visiting Hiroshima, of course I told her about the excellent needles made there and teasingly suggested that she should visit the needle factory (I knew that wouldn’t be on her itinerary). The whole time I was pursuing these needles, I kept asking myself, “Would they really be that different from other good quality needles?As a ‘newby’ for using different needles for different projects, I do have a question about how to identify different needles. Our hobby is just about the cheapest hobby out there (considering the time spent embroidering compared to the dollars spent), so having the finest tools seems like a no-brainer, at least to me. The size of the needle depends more on the weight of the thread you use – although sometimes, the fabric can come into the question. Our products are sourced with care and consideration for those who make them and we work with smaller companies and individuals whose sourcing and manufacturing process are transparent. If typical bullion knot or milliners needles feel too bulky and awkward to use, you have got to give these a try!

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They are just amazing, I mean you get needles that are perfect for every kind of stitch in that particular embroidery. It was suspended by a little folded paper inside the little blue box with the little piece of paper that is stuck in the tube with the cork to know that no one has opened it.She also recommended “Pat Carson’s Favorite Needle” but I believe she only makes tapestry needles for counted work. I’m so glad that you have experienced an improvement in the fatigue in your hands and hope that it will continue.