Before you begin sewing, you should know there are a few misconceptions about sewing machines. Well, there are a lot of misconceptions about sewing machines.
If your sewing machine is electric, then you probably use a Singer, and if you’re reading this, then you’ve probably played around with Singer needles at some point in your life, maybe even picking up a package at your local Walmart.
I’m going to start by saying that singer needles are great. They’re sturdy, and they’re well-built. They’re very reasonably priced, and they’re a staple in many of our sewing rooms.
Yes, you can use Singer needles on a Brother machine. Not only that, but you will be able to use them on any machine that uses the same sizes.
You will need to correctly set your machine and the functions. You will also need to have a Singer machine manual.
Singer needles are designed to work with Singer machines or Sewing Machines. When using the Singer needles, you should use thread to avoid damaging the sewing machine.
Are sewing machine needles all the same?
For some of us, our sewing machine needles are our best friend—and they include our favorite ones. Many of us have a favorite needle—may be the one that glides through our favorite fabric or the one that goes through our favorite material the easiest.
And, for some of us, we have two or more favorite needles. The problem is, these favorite needles tend to be different sizes.
Sure, you can get different size needles in the same color, but they’re not exactly the same. Most sewing machine needles are all the same size, diameter, and length, however, there are a few that are custom-made.
The most obvious difference in sewing machine needles is their length. There are different needles for different tasks, but there is no standard length.
The biggest problem with sewing is the fact that there are so many different brands of sewing machines, each with its own needles. Most of them are pretty expensive and each one has different capabilities.
Why do needles break on a sewing machine?
Every once in a while, your sewing machine needle will break. Sometimes for no good reason, and you’ll be left wondering why the cussing, and why the tears.
Originally, needle tips were made of steel, but these days they are usually made of plastic. Plastic needles, on the other hand, break far more often than steel needles.
In fact, a sewing machine made to run on plastic needles is almost guaranteed to break.
Here’s the reason why needles break;
- Sewing needles break because of metal fatigue.
- When the needle is bent to the point where the eye of the needle no longer fits into the eye of the needle hole.
- Sewing machines sew at a speed of up to 30 inches per second, so the forces exerted on the needle break it.
- If you use a needle threader, it reduces the forces on the needle, and if you use a high tension, it will safely fix a broken needle.
- A needle that is too blunt can break on a sewing machine.
- The metal parts of a sewing machine are very sharp, and needles will quickly dull if used on a sewing machine that is not sturdily built.
Since it always happens when you least expect it, the solution to this problem is to avoid it. As with most things, you can prevent this cussing by preventing the problem.
How to prevent needles from breaking
A needle break can be prevented by using lubricant, but you should make sure there is no excess lubricant on the needle and the needle is well-centered on the needle plate.
Ensure that the needle is not bent and that the needle is inserted at a sharp, 90-degree angle to the shaft. If the needle breaks, you may notice a more jagged seam than the one you were working on.
Always store your needles in a needle guard, to keep your needles in good condition Aside from this, below are ways to prevent needle from breaking.
1. Use a thicker needle
Use the hooker’s needle that is 1/4″ or thicker. If you use a thicker needle, you can prevent the needles from breaking. It also makes it easier to insert the needle.
However, it’s better to use a needle that is specifically designed to be used with the machine in order to prevent breakage.
A needle is made of a hollow tube and a blunt end and made to be thinner to minimize friction. If the needle is too thin, it may break and cause a needle stick. In this case, you should use a thicker needle to prevent needle sticks.
2. Use a heavier thread
When threading a needle, it’s best to use a heavier one. To avoid breaking needles when sewing with a sewing machine, we recommend using a thread that is at least 10-20% heavier than the threads you would normally use.
As for sewing machines age, the needles become more susceptible to breaking and piercing the workpiece. When that happens, the machine shreds a thread, causing the needle to spin and shred even more.
3. Don’t overstuff a project
Too much stuffing is not the only mistake you can make when sewing with a sewing machine. If the needle breaks, it isn’t a problem to stop and replace it.
Not overstuffing a project with needles is always a good idea. However, when it comes to threading needles, too much tension can result in a broken needle, which is where a few simple safety tips can get you past this common sewing machine problem.
