How often should I replace a needle? / FAQs (2024)

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Created by Michael Woodward Jan 28, 2019 08:56:03 AM Published in Generic embroidery related FAQ's 2165 Views.

A basic guideline that many professional embroiderers use to determine when to change needles is the three strikes rule. You should replace a needle whenever there has been three consecutive thread breaks on the needle. You should also change a needle if it breaks or is skipping stitches.

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