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Change Needle Often
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How often do I need to change my machine needle?
Change Needle Often
Damaged or bent needles can cause skipped stitches and damage to your machine. Get in the habit of starting with a new needle each time you sew a new project. At a minimum, needles should be replaced after every four hours of sewing.
