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If you’ve ever wondered whether quilting thread can be used for regular sewing, you’re not alone. It’s a common question, especially for new quilters. The short answer? Generally, no - and I’ve got nine reasons why and I've written this blog to explain.

Do you really need to change your sewing machine needle? The short answer: YES! But let’s talk about why, because it’s one of those things that many people overlook

If you've ever been free motion quilting and your needle keeps breaking, you’re probably wondering what on earth is going wrong. Don’t worry, you're not alone! This is a common issue, and the good news is, it’s an easy fix once you know what’s causing it.

Quilting needles are designed specifically to handle the unique challenges of quilting, and using the right needle can make all the difference to your quilting (and sanity levels). In this blog post I take a closer look at them for you to explain why they are different and why you need to add them to your sewing kit.