Better Beaders Episode 7 - Needles (Everything You Need to Know About Beading Needles)

[@trduesing4117]

Another great video full of pertinent information. I’m a tulip convert! Thank you.

[@AnnieThyme]

Such a helpful series. I started beading after watching youtube but with no friends that bead and no craft store that offers specific supplies nearby it can get frustrating trying to figure out basic supplies and not end up with the wrong thing. This and the last thread video have been so helpful, thank you for taking the time to make them :)

[@Potomacbeadco]

Hi Annie! Our pleasure to reach out to our subscribers and dearest customers. We have more videos like this hope you enjoy.

[@quiltme10]

Great video, Allie!! Loved seeing the differences between each of the different types of beading needles. Thank you!!

[@Potomacbeadco]

Glad you like it, Kathee.

[@kimleon-guerrero9980]

Thanks Ali, great review ! My favorite are the tulip needles, I like them because they don’t break and I can use them for a long time. I’ve really enjoyed your better beader series. 💞💫

[@TammiYoung123]

Hi Allie - Thank you for a thorough beading needle education! I love my Tulip needles but have never tried different sizes. No wonder I struggle at times! Another great video.

[@Potomacbeadco]

I had the same experience, so this video will really open a lot of options depending on what beads and patterns you will be working on. Thank you, Tammi, for taking the time to watch our tutorial videos.

[@tinastracqualursi8275]

Great info! Thank you

[@StitchesbySharonH]

Very helpful, especially for someone new! Thank you!! 💜

[@Potomacbeadco]

We have a few video tutorials for newbies, hope you could check it out during your free time.

[@ProfessorChaosKitty]

Thanks for this Allie, I love this series. Here are a few of my favourite needles: I have sharp size 10s Tulips for my bead embroidery, I use the long big eye needle for threading beads in bead crochet. When I do bead weaving, I default to a size 12.

[@sue7777]

Good informational video--thanks for sharing your suggestions with us. I tend to use size 12 Beadsmith needles --probably because they have been included in some of the kits I have purchased.

[@alikc25]

Thank you for the video, very helpful.

[@vzburns1]

I'm really loving these videos. Im learning so much. I'm wondering if there might be a loom episode coming up? What are the different kinds, the pros and cons of each etc. Thanks for all you do!

[@Potomacbeadco]

We can probably do one at some point.

[@MichellesHandmadeCreations]

I've been using the John James #10 needle since I began bead weaving last October. They can last quite a while as long as proper care is taken. But I have broken a few at the eye until learning some ways to prevent that. I tried the #11, but since I don't use 15/0 beads much, I'll stick with the #10. The #11 just felt too flimsy for most of my projects. Pinching the thread end with my pliers (I mostly use Wildfire) is 1 of the best tips I learned. What a difference it makes in time spent threading my needle! Thanks for all the great info. Good for future reference as I expand my skills and technique repertoire and need to get the appropriate tools.

[@colleenjackson9945]

Miigwetch for this episode. I've been beading for years and my fav needle is the 12/13 long as I make a lot of earrings etc with longer fringes with 10/11 seeds.

[@aquariuslady8277]

I use fireline 4lb and sometimes 6lb beading thread and over the years have bought several brands of size 10 beading needles because I like the stiffness, but the eyes are always too small to thread. Only the wide eye and twisted needles Ive bought have been threadable but those are not my preferred needle types.

[@Potomacbeadco]

If you pinch the tip of the thread in your chain nose pliers, the end will flatten and you can get it through the eye a bit easier. Good lighting is essential.

[@silvergypsylady]

Great video. I started out using John James needles and kept breaking them at the eye, (I was pulling them like a sewing needle which has a thicker eye). I bought some Pony needles in size 12 and love them. That is my go to brand. I also learned to pull the thread instead of the needle when tightening a stitch. I would love to see a vvideo on how to take a project off of the loom and finish the edges. Thanks so much.

[@MichellesHandmadeCreations]

I break my John James needles at the eye too! Guess I'll need to change my technique a bit to save the needles. TFS!

[@trduesing4117]

Check the John James needles to see where they were made! Look for the ones made in England! The needles made in China are weaker and will break more easily!

[@karina6231]

Great review! I don't like John James needles, I've broken two needles in a row when using them, not fun! My absolute favorite is the Tulip needle! They are expensive, but last a long time, the next best is the Pony needle, like you said, they bend, but don't break! I rather have a bent needle than a broken one. :)

[@Jeni10]

If you struggle to thread a smaller eye, try Nozue Sonoko thread. 👍🏼

[@אילנהלופשיץ]

Hi, is there is an efficient tool to insert the thread in the needle?

[@Pokey-wi1lv]

Thank you Ali for the info but I still need some help. The chemistry of my skin eats the plating off anything it touches. Do you know of any beading need brand that doesn't plate their needles? Any advice you have will be appreciated! Thanks again for your videos. They have helped tremendously!

[@Potomacbeadco]

Most of the needles are stainless steel so they are actually not plated. I would suggest pony brand. You can check Pony needles here: potomacbeads.odoo.com/needles.htm

[@debbiwestgard442]

I know I am late to the party but how does clon thread fit in with the threads?

[@DocJanebloodletter]

I started using the John Jame and I hated them. I kept snapping them and they seemed to bend out of shape way too easily... I love the Pony needles. They seem a little thicker to me and I have yet to break one.

[@Potomacbeadco]

Thanks, Jane. Every beader has different preferences for the accessories they use. Some like a needle that flexes and others prefer the rigid type. Thankfully we can each find what we prefer. Most importantly, have fun!

[@rgcainmd]

The BeadSmith Color Eye are good quality needles, but the identifying color wears off quickly. I found this quite disappointing, as this is the feature that prompted me to choose these needles in the first place.

[@lylakoehlmoos5391]

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