I had a problem with one of my fingers last year after I burned the tip, and I started using a needle threader to avoid re-injuring my skin. I have since gotten out of the habit until this week, when I was having trouble threading four strands of floss into a needle. I started wondering if you all used a needle threader for Cross Stitch or not. So, I am coming to you for the answer.
Do you use a needle threader? Vote in the poll and let us know. Use the Comments section before you vote to tell us your favorite type(s) of needle threaders.
Do you use a needle threader? Vote in the poll and let us know. Use the Comments section before you vote to tell us your favorite type(s) of needle threaders.
Comments
I always use a needle threader – It makes threading the needle a no brainer. I have one lying right with my thread, and a spare in case that one goes missing. I use the flat metal kind with 2 different size hooks – one size on each end. I never like to waste time threading needles!!
I tried to leave a comment yesterday but being at the beach with quirky wi-fi left me stranded.
I’ve never used a threader but did buy one recently. I got one of the flat metal types thinking it would hold up better than the delicate wire types. Only I then found out the metal one won’t go through my 26 needle. Oh well. I might use it on something else.
I have a needle threader but I only use it if I am stitching with several threads at one time. I may use it more when I get old, I’m only 71.
I only use a needle-threader when I’m adding beads to a cross stitch piece, because those needles have such tiny eyes. The absolute best, I think, is the table model by Clover, but it doesn’t work with the long eyes of tapestry needles. I’ve used the metal threaders but always manage to break the wire!