Having a sharp needle is one of the most important factors in machine embroidery.  Note that the embroidery needle has a more elongated eye than a regular sewing needle.

Most makes of machine embroidery needles carry two main lines;  Sharp needles and Ball point needles.

• Ball point needles penetrate between fabric fibers making marks or damage to fabrics less of a concern.  For example, a knit should have a ball point needle to prevent runs or holes in the knit.
• Sharp point needles actually pi...

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When you change a needle on your embroidery machine, do you remember what needle bar you changed? Do you remember what size or type of needle you used? When was the last time you changed your needles? Do you have to change your needle more often on one needle bar or on one needle bar on one head?

Having a system in place is very important for keeping track of your needle changes.

If you have a single head, this is simple and very easy to do. You can design a form called a Needle Replacement She...
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