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It is a sewing machine needle that has a small ball at the tip, rather than the usual sharp point and is for used for stitching knitted or elasticated fabrics. As the ball enters the fabric, it pushes the fabric threads to one side rather than splitting them as a standard needle would and so is more "gentle". The holes that ball point needles leave in the fabric are larger than they would be with a standard needle, but because of the nature of knitted and elasticated fabrics, the holes become reasonably well hidden.

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To use a needle and thread?

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A ballpoint needle is designed to push the fibers of knit fabrics apart rather than piercing them, which can lead to skipped stitches or uneven seams. While it works well with stretchy fabrics, the rounded tip may not penetrate the stitches cleanly, resulting in a lack of tension and a less secure stitch. For knits, a stretch or jersey needle is often recommended, as it has a slightly rounded tip that can navigate the fibers more effectively while maintaining stitch integrity.


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The ballpoint pen was invented on October 30, 1888, by John J. Loud, but it was not commercially successful. The modern version of the ballpoint pen that we use today was invented by László Bíró in 1938.


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When you get your belly button pierced do they use a needle or a gun?

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