[NFB-Krafters-Korner] First Things First

Wed Jan 8 15:17:56 UTC 2020

Jen, the wire loop needle threaders are what I use. If you do that, get several. The loops wear out. You should also explore self-threading needles. They have a split at the end nearest the eye. They are not available in the tiniest sizes, but some people find them quicker to thread. I suggest you practice some with double thread: tie the ends together. The disadvantage of double thread is that it can tangle, but it is also more visible when making decorative stitches. You just need to guard against extra loops. Just keep at it. You will find the best approaches for you. It takes time and practice to develop new skills. And you do need moral support. It sounds as though you are determined which will also eelp!

Do not hesitate to call me or email offlist. My phone is 208-338-1595, and I am on mountain time. I should be home this weekend most of the time. My email is walhoframona at gmail_com.
Ramona

On Jan 7, 2020 2:13 PM, Jen via NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> Well, I made three stitches today. The needle promptly became unthreaded after that. I need to get a needle threader... 
>
> Sewing is way, way harder than I thought. 
>
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> From: NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Powers, Terry (NIH/NCI) [E] via NFB-Krafters-Korner 
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> Walmart sells a plastic box with 5 or so slots.  It is good for different sizes of needles and needle threaders. 
> When traveling, I carry my needles in  a quilted change purse.  Vira Bradly sells them. 
> The point hardly ever pokes out! 
>
> Terry 
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> From: Ramona via NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> 
> Sent: Tuesday, January 7, 2020 10:32 AM 
> To: Jen via NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> 
> Cc: Ramona <walhoframona at gmail.com> 
> Subject: Re: [NFB-Krafters-Korner] First Things First 
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> Jen, you asked how to keep from losing the needle. I thought you meant while you are doing a project. Just run the needle back and forth a few times near your work. A double fabric may be better than a single piece, but any fabric can be doubled temporarily. 
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> If you want to keep track of needles between projects, pin cushions are good. Often I go through the corner of pin cushion: in from the top and out through the side, especially with a small needle. Otherwise it can get buried in the pin cushion. One time I found several needles buried in my mother's pin cushion, found them by sticking my fingers.  Of course, you can store needles on the little cards or pieces of paper they come on. You can also put them through a bit of thread on a spool. This is often what I do when I have some thread left on the needle. I can keep the needle in the spool with the same color of thread. The more you work, the more little tricks you will find.  I often put yarn needles on safety pins attached to something. Their eyes are large enough to put a pin through. Sewing needles are not fat enough for this. 
> Ramona 
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> On Jan 6, 2020 5:27 PM, Jen via NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote: 
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> > Ramona, re your last point... 
> > 
> > Do you mean sew the needle in the fabric? 
> > 
> > Jen 
> > 
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> > Behalf Of Ramona via NFB-Krafters-Korner 
> > Sent: Monday, January 6, 2020 7:00 PM 
> > To: Jen via NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> 
> > Cc: Ramona <walhoframona at gmail.com> 
> > Subject: Re: [NFB-Krafters-Korner] First Things First 
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> > Jen, embroidery stitches are designed to be decorative. Hot glue might work, but you need to be sure it will come out of the fabric. You can make a line of thread with large basting stitches which can later be removed. I have not done embroidery, but I believe there are many stitches for different looks. Of course, different colors make it interesting as well. Let us know how it goes! Oh, yes, the best way to keep track of your needle when you put down your work is to run it through the fablic several times. If you only do it once, it may fall out, but several times holds it pretty well. 
> > Ramona 
> > 
> > On Jan 6, 2020 4:05 PM, Jen via NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote: 
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> > > My first sewing project is to embroider a spiderweb. I've been 
> > > planning this in my head ever since I discovered the stitches in my 
> > > quilt. I'm not sure whether I'll do it on a hanky or pillow like my 
> > > friend, but I'll get there when I get there. 
> > > 
> > > Anyway, before I get to my spiderweb, I need to learn how to make  a stitch! 
> > > Hence my subject linne. 
> > > 
> > > Do any of you stitchers have tips for me? I was thinking of having a 
> > > sighted person put a line of hot glue on wherever I was gonna make 
> > > my stitch. Then, I would trace it with my thread. 
> > > 
> > > Also (and this is big), how do you keep track of your needles? I was 
> > > advised to never, ever lose my needle, or I may just sit on it! Ouch! 
> > > 
> > > Please don't laugh, but I'm really excited to make my first stitch 
> > > soon. My amazing sewist friend has inspired me; if she can make a 
> > > great pillow, so can I in time. And I may just give it as a gift like my friend did me... 
> > > 
> > > Jen 
> > > 
> > > spiderweb1 at sbcglobal.net 
> > > 
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