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Old March 11th 04, 03:11 PM
Beth Pierce
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Default Special Needles for Singer Featherweight?

I'm taking the big step to become more of a SMA (sewing machine
addict). I am now interested in a Featherweight, Model 221. Forgive
me if I appear to be "out to lunch" but I thought I saw somewhere
(like Ebay) that I had to use special needles for this machine. Is
this true? I haven't
seen any special ones in the fabric shops/online notions stores, so
I'm not sure. If you have a featherweight, what kind of needle would
you normally use?
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Old March 11th 04, 03:31 PM
Teresa in Colorado
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I asked a technician, who has been servicing and repairing many brands of
sewing machines for 30+ years. He said that any needle will work fine in a
Featherweight.

I've used Singer needles in the past, but currently use any standard needle
including Schmetz and Bernina needles.

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"Beth Pierce" wrote in message
om...
I'm taking the big step to become more of a SMA (sewing machine
addict). I am now interested in a Featherweight, Model 221. Forgive
me if I appear to be "out to lunch" but I thought I saw somewhere
(like Ebay) that I had to use special needles for this machine. Is
this true? I haven't
seen any special ones in the fabric shops/online notions stores, so
I'm not sure. If you have a featherweight, what kind of needle would
you normally use?



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Old March 11th 04, 03:58 PM
Taria
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Schmetz or Singer are ok. I like Schmetz myself.
YOu might want to look in at the Featherweight
Fanatics digest to learn a lot about FW's.
TAria

Beth Pierce wrote:

I'm taking the big step to become more of a SMA (sewing machine
addict). I am now interested in a Featherweight, Model 221. Forgive
me if I appear to be "out to lunch" but I thought I saw somewhere
(like Ebay) that I had to use special needles for this machine. Is
this true? I haven't
seen any special ones in the fabric shops/online notions stores, so
I'm not sure. If you have a featherweight, what kind of needle would
you normally use?


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Old March 12th 04, 01:09 PM
Carolyn McCarty
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Featherweight Fanatics is a great source of info and fun. Free for one
month, then you are asked to pay $12 per year for the daily newsletter.
There are several FW experts who routinely post info and answer questions.

I use Schmetz needles, but am always on the lookout for a better
(longer-lasting) needle. Haven't found one yet.

The most important things to remember are a) use the correct needle size for
the job, b) change needles after a large job of sewing, and finally
c) NFL--Needle Flat Left! I've put several needles in with the flat side in
other directions, and boy, does that gum up the works, lol! Luckily, my FW
is a tough little thing and she sews just fine after I correct the needle
placement.

I can honestly say that my FW is the best sewing machine for quilt piecing
that I've ever used. I love that little machine!

Just my opinions, of course.

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If it ain't broke, it ain't mine. --Carolyn McCarty

If at first you don't succeed, switch to power tools. --Red Green
If at first you don't succeed, get a bigger hammer. --Carolyn McCarty

"Taria" wrote in message
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Schmetz or Singer are ok. I like Schmetz myself.
YOu might want to look in at the Featherweight
Fanatics digest to learn a lot about FW's.
TAria

Beth Pierce wrote:

I'm taking the big step to become more of a SMA (sewing machine
addict). I am now interested in a Featherweight, Model 221. Forgive
me if I appear to be "out to lunch" but I thought I saw somewhere
(like Ebay) that I had to use special needles for this machine. Is
this true? I haven't
seen any special ones in the fabric shops/online notions stores, so
I'm not sure. If you have a featherweight, what kind of needle would
you normally use?




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Old March 12th 04, 07:36 PM
Dr. Quilter
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I use Singer and Schmetz. I also heard something about using only Singer
but I haven't had a problem.

Teresa in Colorado wrote:
I asked a technician, who has been servicing and repairing many brands of
sewing machines for 30+ years. He said that any needle will work fine in a
Featherweight.

I've used Singer needles in the past, but currently use any standard needle
including Schmetz and Bernina needles.



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Old March 12th 04, 10:18 PM
shhdesigns
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Beth, I recommend you get Singer Sewing Needles for your featherweight, most
other brands will fit, but they seem to be off in the timing.
Enjoy your new addiction.

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"Beth Pierce" wrote in message
om...
I'm taking the big step to become more of a SMA (sewing machine
addict). I am now interested in a Featherweight, Model 221. Forgive
me if I appear to be "out to lunch" but I thought I saw somewhere
(like Ebay) that I had to use special needles for this machine. Is
this true? I haven't
seen any special ones in the fabric shops/online notions stores, so
I'm not sure. If you have a featherweight, what kind of needle would
you normally use?



 




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