t hink . mak e . d o. embroidery technique Like this article? Read more embroidery technique articles at ImpressionsMagazine.com/embroidery. Embroidery Needles 101 Know how to choose the right needles every time BY SHAWNE RANDLETT, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Understanding the differences between machine embroidery needles and knowing which needle to use for each project will go a long way in developing your skills as a proficient embroiderer. Unfortunately, many beginning embroiderers have either been taught little, if anything, about needles, or they've labored under a certain amount of misinformation about them. Needles aren't difficult to understand once you learn the basics. However, they are a vital part of protecting the fabric you're On point: even in this age of digital wizardry, having the right needle for the job still makes all the difference in the world. Photo courtesy of Madeira USA embroidering on and creating professional-looking designs. Many garments can be saved from ruin and many headaches avoided by knowing how to choose the correct needle. This article will break down the two key elements you need to know to you pick the correct needle for your work every time you set up a new embroidery job on your machine. We'll also provide you with some helpful tips on needle life and changing them. P.44 ImpressionsMagazine.com April 2024http://www.ImpressionsMagazine.com/embroidery http://www.ImpressionsMagazine.com