Sewing Machine Needles

You could try using a different foot and/or using a 'ballpoint' needle?

I did have this problem with a brand new sewing machine, needle after needle breaking and the firm took it back and, I think, adjusted the needle guide but I'd been making face masks with several layers at the sides.

You might need a triangular needle to get through the tape.

Sorry, I'm not familiar with Singers although do know some models have a different needle system, such as slant while others use a slightly longer needle, which is not compatible with other makes of machines.

However in my Janome and Brother machines I would use a type HLX5 needle of size and tip to suit the fabric and thread. This type of needle has a heavier shaft which resists deflection when sewing difficult fabrics and/or while sewing at high speeds.

Can you phone your local Singer dealer to confirm which needle system your machine uses? Maybe join an online group for Singers, I'm sure they would know.

Sorry, I know I'm not much help but I haven't used a Singer for about a hundred years!! ;-))

What size needle are you using, Scentia? I use a heavy duty one for curtain tape, size 100/16

SpringyChicken. I honestly don’t know, it was a pack that came with the machine. I am very new to this seeing lark. I will try 100/16 snd see how I get in. Thanks

If you are a newbie to sewing, it could also be your technique causing a problem. Make sure not to pull the fabric through as it is sewn. There are helpful videos on YouTube concerning sewing machine needles.

I have a friend who has a curtain making business, she always uses needles that are suitable for sewing jeans.

Thanks savvy

is your thread tension too tight?

Thanks so much everyone, managed to do it once I used the denim 100/16 needle.

Well done.

Now, be very careful when you hang them - see other thread about washing curtains!

I mainly use Schmetz needles and their website has a lot of good information.

I was told many years ago that all makes of needle fit Singer machines but Singer needles do not fit all other machines.

What size needle are you using, Scentia?I mainly use Schmetz needles and their website has a lot of good information.
be very careful when you hang them - see other thread about washing curtains!