How to Change a Sewing Machine Needle
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Last updated 14 Jun 2024
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DetailsDo you find yourself wondering if you change your sewing machine needle enough? If you can’t remember the last time you changed your needle, you probably aren’t doing it frequently enough. A fresh, sharp needle will improve your stitches and make your sewing look top notch. In this post, we’re going to discuss when and how to change your sewing machine needle.Did you know that the #1 suggestion for sewing problems is to replace the needle? Needles get dull after repeated use, bend with tugs on the fabric, or get nicked after sewing over a straight pin. When the needle is compromised, your stitch quality will suffer.Needles need to be changed on a fairly regular basis depending on your sewing style and how often you sew. We recommend using a new needle for each new project you start or when you start sewing a distinctly different material that has special needle needs like leather or something stretchy. Failure to change your needle can result in broken threads, skipped or uneven stitches, or even puckered or damaged fabrics.Switching your needle out for a new one is a simple task that will improve your stitch quality. Most sewing machine manuals come with instructions for replacing the needle, but here are the basics:Loosen the needle set screw.Pull the needle downwards and out of the needle bar.Insert a new needle. Push upwards until the butt of the needle hits the stop.If using an industrial sewing machine, turn the needle so the scarf is on the same side as the hook assembly on the machine.Tighten the needle set screw.On home sewing machines, needles have a flat side on the shank, so there is only one way the needle will fit in the machine. Industrial sewing machines typically have round shank needles, so they require careful attention to the placement. This video shows how to determine which way your sewing machine needle should be orientated.To learn more about sewing machine needles, don
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