Sewing Machine Needles - Which Kind to Use?

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  • Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024

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  • @kellygray4613
    @kellygray4613 4 года назад +9

    Most helpful sewing needle explanation I’ve found for the beginner! Good job. WATCH ALL THE WAY THROUGH, YA’LL... (just sayin’😉)

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  4 года назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @irotalot
    @irotalot 5 лет назад +15

    Thank you for laying this info out so plainly! Not too overwhelming for a beginner.

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  5 лет назад +1

      Glad it's helpful!

    • @geraldineesma6924
      @geraldineesma6924 3 года назад

      Can needles be fit on different sewing machines? Mine is mini sewing machine? Where can i buy it online?

  • @bonnirubinstein3432
    @bonnirubinstein3432 3 года назад +4

    This was great! Thank you! I work at Joann Fabrics and am asked about needles all the time! I'm new to sewing myself so I am happy to learn and guide others!

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  3 года назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @sarinsahil
    @sarinsahil 10 месяцев назад

    As a beginner this is one of the best videos I have come across. Thank you very much :)

    • @sarinsahil
      @sarinsahil 10 месяцев назад

      What kind of threads do you recommend to hem Jersey and Stretch fabrics like stretchy T-Shirts or Pants? Thank you!

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  10 месяцев назад

      mellysews.com/types-of-thread-for-sewing/

  • @Jesus_is_Lord_7
    @Jesus_is_Lord_7 2 года назад +1

    Thank you, thank you, thank you. Straight and to the point. Now i can get back to sewing.🧵🪡

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  2 года назад +1

      Glad it's helpful!

  • @andreaf5765
    @andreaf5765 5 лет назад +6

    Perfect video! Going to buy a few new needles just to have in hand!!

  • @portiaparker1669
    @portiaparker1669 Год назад

    My first time here. Needless to say, I am a new Subbie😊 Thanks so much for that needle clarification! 😃

  • @adrianasantana-delgado2901
    @adrianasantana-delgado2901 10 месяцев назад

    GREAT VIDEO!! Simple and explained nicely for begginers like me ❤

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  10 месяцев назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @nyamekhia
    @nyamekhia 3 года назад

    Thank you very much very well explained and the only person I found explaining it so well. Now i can go shopping for needles

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  3 года назад +1

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @nperry77
    @nperry77 Год назад

    This just helped me A LOT!!! Thank you so much

  • @maevanessa97
    @maevanessa97 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for this explanation on needles, that is very helpful

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  4 года назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @galaxytrio
    @galaxytrio 4 месяца назад

    Very clear. Thank you so much.

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  4 месяца назад

      You are welcome!

  • @glorianicolasvalentin8019
    @glorianicolasvalentin8019 3 года назад +1

    Really helpful video! Thank you very much 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

  • @joanneblakemore7926
    @joanneblakemore7926 11 месяцев назад

    great video, one tip when using an embroidery machine, use gold plated ones. last longer

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  11 месяцев назад

      Thanks for sharing

  • @beckytheobsessedstitcher1170
    @beckytheobsessedstitcher1170 5 лет назад +1

    Great information. I’m sewing and looking at the needles and then guessing. Now I will know😀. Much appreciated!

  • @ThePupped
    @ThePupped 3 года назад

    i saw ur scrunchy video really out of all no mess,very useful thankyou

  • @joeylara17
    @joeylara17 4 года назад

    You were very explanatory thank you all others tutorials seem to want to confuse the viewers

  • @InLawsAttic
    @InLawsAttic 5 лет назад +1

    Thank you! Need to take notes, very helpful!

  • @robinbryant9783
    @robinbryant9783 5 лет назад +1

    Thanks so much for the needle information. Very helpful!

  • @amandathomas4312
    @amandathomas4312 3 года назад

    Very helpful. Thank you so much for this video. Well explained.

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  3 года назад

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @barbaramatthews4921
    @barbaramatthews4921 3 года назад

    Very informative, great for beginners I’ll be taking notes thank you sooo much.😄

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  3 года назад

      Thanks for watching!

  • @marymann3358
    @marymann3358 2 года назад

    Excellent information. Thank you!

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  2 года назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @nclare7
    @nclare7 3 года назад

    That was an extremely helpful video. Thank you!

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  3 года назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @jbello9398
    @jbello9398 5 лет назад +1

    Thank you, was looking for a video like this 😊

  • @jeannegow2144
    @jeannegow2144 2 года назад

    Thank you!!! Great explanation 👍😀

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  2 года назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @mikebridgeline3275
    @mikebridgeline3275 4 года назад

    Wow, a real explained vedio. Excellent. Thank you. N.J.👍

  • @arthandmade741
    @arthandmade741 2 года назад

    Thank you ery much

  • @potato-xf7vg
    @potato-xf7vg 3 года назад

    This is very helpful. Thank u so much

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  3 года назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @cythcy
    @cythcy 3 года назад

    Helpful information 🙏🏽

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  3 года назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @oksanabrady1354
    @oksanabrady1354 4 года назад

    Very good video. Thank you 😊

  • @debbiebenjamin9331
    @debbiebenjamin9331 3 года назад

    Good information!

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  3 года назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @httyd_editor1
    @httyd_editor1 5 лет назад

    very helpful, thanks so much !!

  • @vickinewman8924
    @vickinewman8924 4 года назад

    Thank you, great video

  • @carriesmith7515
    @carriesmith7515 3 года назад

    Would a Faux Leather/Vinyl fabric use the universal needle or would it need the leather needle? I'm finally ready to branch out. My confidence in sewing is growing! ♡♡♡

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  3 года назад +1

      mellysews.com/tips-for-sewing-vinyl/

  • @deliciawhittaker3880
    @deliciawhittaker3880 5 лет назад

    Good morning....from Atlanta

  • @fionaezzy7719
    @fionaezzy7719 Год назад

    Can you use a leather need when sewing leather in machine embroidery?

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  Год назад

      It would be best to test on your machine with scrap leather.

  • @annapearl926
    @annapearl926 5 лет назад

    Thx so much!!😉👗

  • @ashleybragg9647
    @ashleybragg9647 2 года назад

    So when I am sewing a bag that has multiple layers would the jeans one be beneficial? I usually use a faux leather and canvas material and use a universal 90/14 and it works for the most part but would the sharper jeans one make it easier?

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  2 года назад

      That's a very specific question and I can't give you a specific answer, because variables like your exact machine, thread, and fabric change the answer. The best way to figure out the best needle for your project is for you to test them on scraps with your machine.

  • @vivianadiaz3152
    @vivianadiaz3152 3 года назад

    I’m going to make a skirt with quilting cotton and dritz non roll elastic (in my opinion is pretty thick elastic), I have no issues with sewing cotton but have never successfully worked with anything stretchy, would a universal needle work for the elastic? If so which size, if not which do you recommend?

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  3 года назад +1

      I've never changed my needle specifically for the elastic I'm using.

  • @InChristAlone13
    @InChristAlone13 3 года назад

    Thank you thank you .....

  • @amolpatil8777
    @amolpatil8777 2 месяца назад

    Which is longest needle in length? I am trying to sew foam of 2.5 inch thickness, I dont need too much thickness but i want length
    What shall i buy

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  2 месяца назад

      Home sewing machines aren't designed to have different needle lengths. All these needles are the same length. If you try to put a longer needle on your machine than it's designed for you'll ruin the timing on your machine.

  • @dmrcreations3311
    @dmrcreations3311 Год назад

    I am using polyester satin could you please tell me what size I would need. thanks so much I am a new sewer

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  Год назад

      It depends on the weight of the fabric; when in doubt test on a scrap.

    • @dmrcreations3311
      @dmrcreations3311 Год назад

      @@Mellysews could you please tell me what size for polyester satin?

  • @algunjunkie
    @algunjunkie 5 лет назад

    So what needle would you use for RipStop Nylon and the utility style nylon fabrics?

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  5 лет назад

      Generally I use a universal. If I get skipped stitches, I'll switch to a sharp.

  • @teritorres8238
    @teritorres8238 4 года назад

    I'm not well versed on sewing and I'm trying to help my 80 yr. Aunt find compatible needles brands for her Juki DDL-555. I looked up the owner's manual and it states the machine uses the following (and honestly, it's so confusing out there, trying to get correct info.): DBx1 (#14), 134 (Nm75). There are a lot of people selling supposed compatible needles for her machine but, she's said the one's they sent are too short, hence, why I am reaching out to experts such as yourself. And, help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!!

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  4 года назад

      I couldn't speak to the compatibility of needles for a specific machine.

  • @ramonakearns2101
    @ramonakearns2101 Год назад

    What is the best needle to use for spandex?

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  Год назад

      Covered in the video - spandex is a stretch fabric.

  • @carolyncoppola974
    @carolyncoppola974 4 года назад

    Do I need specific needle for a specific machine (Singer, Janome, Brother), or is there a “universal” needle for different machines?

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  4 года назад +1

      Most needle brands work with most machines.

  • @deanalovessewn6117
    @deanalovessewn6117 5 лет назад

    Great video!!!! Need to get extra....

  • @deliciawhittaker3880
    @deliciawhittaker3880 5 лет назад

    O thank you so much... I tried to hem my jeans....man o man. Lol....thread kept popping. And thread jam on jeans....so guess what? Going to get Jean needless asap...

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  5 лет назад

      Some machines also don't like some threads, even with the right needle. I had a machine that did not like 100% cotton topstitching thread. So instead I used upholstery thread. More tips on working with denim here: mellysews.com/2014/03/tips-to-sew-denim.html

  • @delphineatene2982
    @delphineatene2982 2 года назад

    What is organ needles? And what fabric is it for??

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  2 года назад +1

      Organ is a brand of needles, like Schmetz or Klasse

  • @geetusisodia
    @geetusisodia 4 года назад

    Hi Melly! Please suggest which number needle to use on fleece fabric?

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  4 года назад

      It depends on the thickness and whether it stretches. I'd start with my standard one and change if it didn't work.

  • @patriciasindanum5894
    @patriciasindanum5894 2 года назад

    I'm new sewer, I have problem in sewing ,it's not sewing the fabric , what could be the problems? Please help , thank you 💗

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  2 года назад

      It could be a lot of things, that's not really enough information for me to even guess.

  • @lyhongleft3676
    @lyhongleft3676 Год назад

    They don't sell ball point needles in my country and now I need to wait for 1 month for my order to arrive and continue my project because the stitches keep skipping.

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  Год назад

      Hope the time passes quickly!

  • @elsab.t.f1431
    @elsab.t.f1431 2 года назад

    Needles size 14 is for cotton fabric right maa'm....

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  2 года назад

      Cotton is a fiber, not a fabric. mellysews.com/fabric-substitutions-can-sew-pattern-knit-woven-fabric/
      The correct needle would depend on how the cotton fiber is constructed into a fabric. mellysews.com/fabric-types-to-sew/

  • @rekadikiranmayi2193
    @rekadikiranmayi2193 4 года назад

    Hi, my machine needle is having round head shank (not flat one side) so these needles r useful for my machine?

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  4 года назад

      I couldn't say, you'd need to look in your machine manual for specifics.

  • @berthaabrahams5607
    @berthaabrahams5607 8 месяцев назад

    What kind of Needle dor jeans

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  8 месяцев назад

      Tips for denim here mellysews.com/tips-to-sew-denim/

  • @minaaahpkle3397
    @minaaahpkle3397 4 года назад

    Can i use this needles for singer 4423 heavy duty plz help me

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  4 года назад

      I can't make recommendations for individual machines, particularly models I don't own

  • @princesschannings5672
    @princesschannings5672 3 года назад

    What size for polyester fabric

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  3 года назад

      Polyester is a fiber that can be turned into fabric in many different ways. So it would depend on how the polyester was woven or knitted and other properties of the specific fabric. There's no needle recommendation anyone can give just based on the word polyester.

  • @thangamanandakumar3866
    @thangamanandakumar3866 4 года назад

    These needles can oly for home sewing machine ?

  • @maribelc2767
    @maribelc2767 3 года назад

    My needles keep breaking!!😩😩😩😩 I make makeup bags and use 100% cotton with interfacing ... idk what im doing wrong 😕

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  3 года назад +1

      It could be a lot of things. Machine not threaded correctly, wrong size needle, wrong type of needle, timing off, needle bent and hitting presser foot or throat plate...

  • @suchismitapal1779
    @suchismitapal1779 4 года назад

    Is schmetz manufacture hand needle?

  • @neomaidrix
    @neomaidrix 3 года назад

    how about faux fur fabric?

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  3 года назад

      Same answer as I explained in the video. I start with the same needle type every time and only change if that kind isn't working.

  • @mabouth
    @mabouth 3 года назад

    Do you have to use the brand of your sewing machine when you purchase needles?

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  3 года назад

      It depends on the machine. Some machines don't mind, some do

  • @dogsareawomansbestfriend
    @dogsareawomansbestfriend Год назад

    So different fabrics need different thread and needles? I just pick up something that needs to be fixed and sew it. No wonder the sewing machine has messed up and broke many needles!

    • @Mellysews
      @Mellysews  Год назад

      Yes, matching thread to needle to fabric helps