Struggling to get weaving needle through top of weave

[EmLou3003]

Hi All,

Does anyone else have this problem when sewing the ends of the weave together? It takes me quite a while and hurts my fingers trying to push it through! Does anyone have any tips?! x

 

[cassies97]

Get a thimble!

 

[EmLou3003]

Get a thimble!

LOL i would have no idea what to do even then!

 

[cassies97]

LOL i would have no idea what to do even then!

You just put it over your thumb so the back of the needle doesn't stab your thumb!

 

[eden2003]

What shape needle you use I use the u shape and find those easier than straight or j shape .. Just a thought x

 

[courtjb91]

I think you just get used to it. I have horrible hands now burns from my heat tool, callus type things from using pliers every day. Curved needle is definitely the best x

 

[cassies97]

I used curved and it can still hurt sometimes. Try pulling it from the other side but the thimble will really protect your thumb and allow you to push it though.

 

[EmLou3003]

I use the curved one too. Its just trying to get it through the weft which is hard. The thumb that I am pushing it with is the one that hurts because i cant get it through. I'm wondering if it isn't sharp enough.

 

[eden2003]

I have to admit I do find some suppliers wefts easier to get through than others my hands are awful too .

 

[Lady Murasaki]

Have you tried curved locking mosquito forecpts?


I know there a bit medical looking, but they clamp really well of this type of needle as this not far off suture needles and makes it easier to put the needle through.