Are you using the right sized needle? I show you how to pick the right one!

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  • čas přidán 3. 11. 2022
  • Know your needles! Make sure you are using the right size needle for your sewing to ensure a smoother ride, faster and neater stitching. I show you what to look out for when choosing the right size, how to to tell if it's too small or too big and how to adjust your needle to the thread you are using.
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Komentáře • 52

  • @Ms.Mel.Creates
    @Ms.Mel.Creates Před rokem +15

    Thanks! This level of detail is SO helpful. Knowing the why behind the what makes all the difference!

  • @christineheslin5702
    @christineheslin5702 Před měsícem

    Thank you Professor Homfray

  • @marlene1534
    @marlene1534 Před rokem +4

    Hi Sarah, - from Williamsburg, VA I discovered your videos on embroidery last week. I have found them all so helpful. I love your teaching. It is an in-depth class, not only a demo on how to do certain stitches. I watched your video where you introduced yourself. It was wonderful. I loved all of it. My husband and I lived in Gerrard Cross for 5 years as part of his work for our government. We loved England. I am a quilter and have made a memory quilt for a friend. I wanted to hand embroider a corner label. Once I had settled on the design, I needed to learn more about how to approach the project and then embroider it. You were my answer. I am half way done with the label. It looks great thanks to you!!!!! Maybe I can take up embroidery now that I have discovered your excellent videos. THANK YOU!

  • @tracyphoenix8
    @tracyphoenix8 Před rokem +4

    I would give you 3 thumbs up if I could. I always look to what other embroiderers use when they embroider to know what needle size to use, because I had no clue.

  • @Lovesoldsongs
    @Lovesoldsongs Před 2 měsíci

    So happy you brought this subject up. It had always boggled my mind... but not any more. Thank you!

  • @debbieolagues5283
    @debbieolagues5283 Před měsícem

    Thank You Sarah for all this great information about needles. I grew up watching the women in my family embroider. I never knew that there were different sizes of needles and when to use different sizes. now I know why my thread will seem to drag through the fabric. Thank you again for sharing this information with us.

  • @patarcher1813
    @patarcher1813 Před rokem +2

    This was super helpful. Audio + visual = "I will remember this" 🙂

  • @tchamp2ya
    @tchamp2ya Před rokem +8

    This really helps. I had no rhyme or reason for what needle I used. Now I know better

    • @katyb2793
      @katyb2793 Před rokem +1

      Yes me too! Haha always something useful to learn

  • @Rosemary-go9wj
    @Rosemary-go9wj Před rokem +3

    Thank you Sarah. My favourite tip is to listen for the sound the thread makes going through the fabric to determine if your needle is too small. I learned that from a previous video you made and now pay close attention to listening to my thread. 🙂

  • @cottagekeeper1044
    @cottagekeeper1044 Před rokem +2

    Thank you so much😊 I need this help. It’s so difficult to pick needles.

  • @trishacupra911
    @trishacupra911 Před rokem +3

    This is exactly what I wanted to know. Thanks for demonstrating it so clearly. ♥️

  • @lindahoffman5794
    @lindahoffman5794 Před rokem +2

    Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge! This information, is very helpful, and, makes a difference not only in our results, but also in our confidence

  • @nataliemulina8595
    @nataliemulina8595 Před rokem +4

    Thank you, Sarah! It’s so informative and demonstrative.❤

  • @rebeccajourney3183
    @rebeccajourney3183 Před rokem +2

    You are the best Sarah!

  • @simonmartineferland9419
    @simonmartineferland9419 Před rokem +3

    Thank you! I started embroidering about a month ago and was using a size 9 needle with my 3 strands of DMC floss and couldn't figure out if it was right or not. Now not only do I know exactly what size needle works well with 3 strands of DMC, I'll know how to adapt it if I'm using less, or more strands. Very helpful video and clear explanations 🙂

  • @MariaMartinez-jb3zn
    @MariaMartinez-jb3zn Před rokem +2

    As always, much thanks for clearing up my confusion. I do have favorites that work for me 🙏🏽🙋🏻‍♀️👍🏽Mia

  • @susancastagna4241
    @susancastagna4241 Před rokem +2

    Thank you Sarah, I’ve learned so much from you!
    I really enjoy all of your videos!!!

  • @theagraceful
    @theagraceful Před rokem +3

    So very helpful. Thank you 🙏

  • @emiliabarbosa8835
    @emiliabarbosa8835 Před 5 měsíci

    As always, Sarah, you're a lifesaver, thank you 😊 ❤🎉

  • @artistgrly
    @artistgrly Před rokem +2

    I had no idea the complexity of choosing a needle. I always picked the one that felt good in my hand lol. Now I know better. Thank you for sharing your expertise.

  • @lindahoffman5794
    @lindahoffman5794 Před rokem +1

    Thanks a million for sharing your knowledge and expertise.

  • @Rachel-yi8yy
    @Rachel-yi8yy Před rokem +2

    This video is so helpful 😊

  • @lindseyh.9032
    @lindseyh.9032 Před rokem +1

    This was SO helpful!! Thanks for posting!

  • @yvonnegarnero1737
    @yvonnegarnero1737 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for your wonderful advice. 😊

  • @bobbischolze4645
    @bobbischolze4645 Před 7 měsíci

    Really, really great explanations!

  • @lindamoutou3399
    @lindamoutou3399 Před 9 měsíci

    Thanks a lot for the info

  • @JulieBaker-os7lr
    @JulieBaker-os7lr Před měsícem

    This is a great informative video now I have a problem I've just purchased a black linen as I wanted to do flowers onto it but do you have any ideas plz

  • @dthomascful
    @dthomascful Před rokem +2

    Thank you Sarah! I appreciate that you listened to requests! Where do I find a stand like yours?

  • @heden1460
    @heden1460 Před rokem +2

    These needle videos have been very helpful. One thing I'm wondering about is the fabric. I know you work more on linen, but I have a piece of aida where the grain is off. Half of the fabric is straight, but when I put a ruler up to it and line it up with the holes in the fabric, I can see where the line starts to curve up. I've watched videos on regular fabric and how to get the grain correct, but haven't seen anything on how to fix it on aida. I don't know if it can be fixed. I hope I made sense. Thanks for the video.

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před rokem

      It can be pulled straight in the frame Heather or it can be blocked later if need be

    • @heden1460
      @heden1460 Před rokem +1

      I've watched videos on blocking. I don't know if you've done a tutorial on blocking or not. I would like to see how you would do it.

  • @moniquebexplorer8237
    @moniquebexplorer8237 Před rokem +1

    I'm in the process of making some pin cushions. Would you tell me what the best filling should be to care for my needles? I enjoy all of your posts and learn so much from them.

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před rokem +1

      A ordinary toy stuffing is fine Monique butt hink about your fabric too, not too tight a weave

  • @z.mushtaq457
    @z.mushtaq457 Před rokem +1

    Hi ..this videos really useful....I'm a beginner and doing embroider on thin lawn fabric using anchor thread, which size needle would be best? Thanks

  • @maria.elenarojas.vasquez2807

    Es muy interesante lo que describen????

  • @Mragy666
    @Mragy666 Před 24 dny

    I have been embroidering with synthetic silk but my work looks fluffy instead of flat and shiny please could you tell me why?

  • @LibbyRoseEmbroidery
    @LibbyRoseEmbroidery Před rokem +1

    Where do you find perlé 16? The finest I've come across is 12. Terrific video, thanks! :)

  • @kimberlyweston8466
    @kimberlyweston8466 Před 2 měsíci

    Sarah, what is the stand your using to hold your fabric

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 měsíci

      I am using 2 Versatile Table Clamps. I have a video about them here czcams.com/video/ElcnWWixmJ8/video.html and I sell them on my website here www.sarahhomfray.com/myshop/prod_4538062-Versatile-table-clamp.html
      I use 2 clamps for filming to ensure the embroidery doesn't wobble too much under the camera but ordinarily just 1 is good enough.
      If you're interested in buying one please check the item description and your table to ensure the clamp will fit properly.

  • @JulieBaker-os7lr
    @JulieBaker-os7lr Před měsícem

    Not sure how i can put pattern onto it

  • @rebeccat5738
    @rebeccat5738 Před rokem

    That was great thank you Sarah. Is it the ideal thing to aim to use the smallest size needle possible for a project ?. I had an incident recently where I was using 1 Strand of appletons crewel wool in a number 7 embroidery needle on linen twill, which according to everywhere I checked was supposed to be the correct size to use in that situation, even according to the Royal School of Needlework book. However the thread was dragging through the twill really badly, and I was as you perfectly described, "fighting" with it, but because that was "supposed" to work I miserably ploughed on, but the stitching looks a bit rough as well so I'm wondering what I was doing wrong?, and if I had gone for a larger size needle or even a chenille needle, would that have sacrificed neatness?, thank you

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před rokem +1

      That is the size I would use for those materials Rebecca but sometimes that wool can vary a bit so take it up to a 5 or try a chenille needle instead.

    • @rebeccat5738
      @rebeccat5738 Před rokem

      Thank you Sarah, appreciate the advice, I did think the wool was a bit off so that would explain it!

  • @JulieBaker-os7lr
    @JulieBaker-os7lr Před měsícem

    Drawing a design with what?

  • @sheilaegeland
    @sheilaegeland Před rokem +1

    What type of frame you have?

  • @maria.elenarojas.vasquez2807

    Pueden darlo en español?????