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• Shank: Where the needle bar grasps the needle.
• Shaft: The long, narrow part of the needle. Needle size is based upon the diameter of the
needle shaft.
• Groove: Reaching from the top to the bottom of the needle shaft, the groove allows thread to
pass through the fabric more easily and without getting damaged.
• Eye: Hole near needle point where the needle is threaded.
• Scarf: A cut-away on the back of the needle that allows the needle to t smoothly within the
hook assembly when quilting.
• Point: The sharp end of the needle. Choose the type of needle point to t your project, and
always replace your needle once the point is dull.
Needle Diagram
Needle Front View
Needle Side View
Shaft
Eye
Point
Scarf
Shank
Groove
Part Four | Appendix
Choosing your Needle (continued)
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