Matt Sparrow Posted September 15, 2009 Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 What brand of needles does everyone recommend on their APQS Machines? I just realized that I only received 1 pack of size 18 needles with my machine. I need to go find some more needles in a big hurry so I can practice with all my threads before attempting customer quilts on my new millennium. Your advice is appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katydids Posted September 15, 2009 Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 Hi Matt. Congratulations on your new Millie. The Singer MR needles are what is recommended. You can go from 3.5 to 4.5 before you need to change your timing. Anything else, you may need to retime to the needle you would be using. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nora123 Posted September 15, 2009 Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 Hi Matt, I use the needles I buy from apqs. They work great. Nora Millennium Washougal WA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smorris Posted September 15, 2009 Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 Hi Matt I enjoyed watching your screencast yesterday - your excitement was contagious. Regarding the needles I always use exactly the same ones that came with my machine. They were chosen by the technician who developed our machines and, our machines are timed to give the very best stitch quality using them. Since he knows more about building a great machine i trust him to choose the best needles to run with my machine. It also reduces the possibility of tension issues and breakage for a new machine owner and they cost around the same price as any other needle. happy quilting sue in australia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myrna Ficken Posted September 15, 2009 Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 I use singer 3.5 I do have a couple of packs of Grox_Beckert I'll sell ifanyone uses them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susanne.Hughes Posted September 15, 2009 Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 Hi Matt, Congrats on the "arrival" of your new baby. As far as Needles are concerned, we had lots of info in August, with Dawn Cavanagh writing some interesting info and educating us (well, anyway, she tried really hard;)) The following are two of the threads, so should give you some insights: http://www.apqs.com/quiltboard/viewthread.php?tid=17762&page=1#pid204063 http://www.apqs.com/quiltboard/viewthread.php?tid=17534&page=1#pid200198 Regards, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Sparrow Posted September 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 Thanks Everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nadia Wilson Posted September 15, 2009 Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 Hi Matt, In Canada, you can buy alot of the stuff you need for your Millie from Linda Lang at www.canadianlongarmsupplies.com I buy all my needles through her too...you can buy a box of 100, and get all different sizes...I use mostly the MR 4.0 She carries all the APQS parts/needles, etc. Check it out... If you are in a bind and can't find any asap, I can put a few packs in the mail to you...I have MR 3.5, 4.0 and 4.5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltlover03 Posted September 16, 2009 Report Share Posted September 16, 2009 Hi Matt, congratulations on your new baby. I recently switched from the MR 4.0 to Organ size 16 and hat an awesome difference they make in my quilting. The scarf is skinnier so they don't leave such a big hole which is just terrific especially when working with Batiks. The most amazing thing???? I can use Superior Lava with this 3.5 needle and have no breakage or shredding. They also seem to stay sharp longer and no re timing is needed, exactly the same as MR's just a skinnier scarf. I drive a FREEDOM S/R by the way. Have fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyLake Posted September 16, 2009 Report Share Posted September 16, 2009 The 4.0 size needle works great for most thread. The 3.5 size is a little trickier, but leaves a smaller hole and a better stitch for finer threads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Mitchell Posted September 16, 2009 Report Share Posted September 16, 2009 We carry the MR needles in most sizes and also carry the Organ needles. Call me for pricing and specials. I now have a special (free shipping on orders over $50) and never a handling charge. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Sparrow Posted September 16, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2009 Karen answered all my needle concerns with a nice long quote from Dawn Cavanaugh. Thanks for all the help everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Linda S Posted September 18, 2009 Report Share Posted September 18, 2009 I use the Groz-Beckert Titanium needles, size 16. I've never had to re-time my machine and I love the fact that they make smaller holes and last through more than one quilt. Linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bekah Posted September 18, 2009 Report Share Posted September 18, 2009 I am using my first Groz-Beckert Titanium 16 and love how it is stitching so far. it seems to be smoother if that makes any sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butterfly Posted September 18, 2009 Report Share Posted September 18, 2009 I just ordered a pack of Singer 3.5 and received Groz-Beckert 16 instead. I contacted the company I ordered from and they told me that the Singers are not being made any more in the yellow package and that the Groz-Beckerts are the exact same thing. I also noticed the needle is a golden color. Jessica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rrteach Posted September 18, 2009 Report Share Posted September 18, 2009 Originally posted by Butterfly I just ordered a pack of Singer 3.5 and received Groz-Beckert 16 instead. I contacted the company I ordered from and they told me that the Singers are not being made any more in the yellow package and that the Groz-Beckerts are the exact same thing. I also noticed the needle is a golden color. Jessica Is there a needle number on these. I have plenty of Singer 4.0 needles, but I'd like to try a smaller one for some threads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susanne.Hughes Posted September 18, 2009 Report Share Posted September 18, 2009 The following is a link to Dawn's article: Just Needling You You cannot gain much more information than this about needles. There are also previous articles on this blog about needles. http://www.apqs.com/artists_dawnc_blog.php Regards, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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