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Important factors to consider when choosing a • Proper storage: Store needle in a designated needle
needle case to prevent loss or injury. (Fig 7)
• Needle size: Represented by a number, with smaller Fig 7
numbers indicating finer needles and larger numbers
signifying thicker needles.
• Needle type: Different needle types are designed for
specific fabric types, like ballpoint, stretch, leather,
jeans, quilting, embroidery.
• Thread size: Match the thread size to the needle size
for optimal stitching.
Precautions while using needle (Fig 5)
While using a needle, you should take precautions to
prevent injury:
• Avoid unnecessary use.
• Choose the right needle size: Select a needle • Don’t leave needles hanging: When taking a break
appropriate for the fabric and thread you are using. always thread the needle through the fabric. (Fig 8)

• Use a safety device: Use thimble to push the needle Fig 8
while doing embroidery.

Fig 5

• Dispose of broken needles safely: If a needle
breaks, dispose of the broken pieces carefully to avoid
injury. (Fig 9)

• Keep needles sharp: Check you needle sharpness • Check the lost needle: If u suspect a needle is lost,
carefully search for it before continuing.
regularly. (Fig 6)
Fig 9
Fig 6

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