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Needles:
There are various needle manufacturers. With time you will find what works best for you. I will give my preferences, but please feel free to use what you are comfortable with. Quilt and regular sewing needles have large eyes and most times will not fit through a bead hole. I prefer John James or Pony needles. Size 10 is my favorite. I do keep smaller sizes on hand just in case. The larger the number the smaller the needle size. My used needles always have a curve to them, and I can usually tell if I've picked up someone else's needle. Big eye needles are great especially for those who have trouble threading needles.
 
Pony and John James Needles
Bigeye Needle
Bead-Needle-Thread Chart
Bead Needle Thread
10/o or 11/o 10 B or D
11/o or 12/o 11 A or B
12/o or 13/o 12 A or B
13/o to 15/o 13 A or 0
15 or smaller 15 0 to 000
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