Again I learn from the newsletter 😊 I installed a new needle last week and wondered about how much force to use with the screwdriver. No skipped stitches, but I will reinstall the needle today.
Now I understand why it’s so important for the flat side of the needle to face the correct direction!
I never realized that the cut-out (scarf) on the back of the needle plays such a crucial role in stitch formation.
It makes sense that if the needle is inserted incorrectly, the thread loop won’t form properly, making it harder for the hook to catch it and increasing the chances of skipped stitches. This explanation really clarified things for me!
Also, thank you for recommending my Substack—I truly appreciate it!
Again I learn from the newsletter 😊 I installed a new needle last week and wondered about how much force to use with the screwdriver. No skipped stitches, but I will reinstall the needle today.
Thanks, Karen
Now I understand why it’s so important for the flat side of the needle to face the correct direction!
I never realized that the cut-out (scarf) on the back of the needle plays such a crucial role in stitch formation.
It makes sense that if the needle is inserted incorrectly, the thread loop won’t form properly, making it harder for the hook to catch it and increasing the chances of skipped stitches. This explanation really clarified things for me!
Also, thank you for recommending my Substack—I truly appreciate it!
I didn’t know about the tight screw. Thanks for the info.
The flat side of the needle faces left for the Singer 201 too. The universal rule when inserting a needle is 'the scarf faces the hook'.