Dritz 253 Machine Needle Inserter & Threader for Sewing

I can't say enough about this Dritz needle inserter and threader. It really does work and is worth more than I paid for it. I am going to purchase another one just in case I loose this one. I'm almost 80 years old and my eyesight is not like it use to be and threading a machine has become difficult. I am so grateful this little device was invented. I have tried numerous other threaders which everyone has proven to be useless and cost more than this little jewel. I have a very hard time in changing my needle and haven't been able to use this part of it yet but I will. I will get back and update this once I have. I couldn't wait to share what I have experienced with the little threader. It's wonderful!!!

This review is for first-time users and people who have encountered problems.This, from one who spent many years on a HELP DESK.I wanted to test this threader out so I could possibly help out an elderly parent who is no longer able to thread her sewing machine the old-fashioned way...and she does love to sew.The first thing I would suggest is to learn how this threader works.Hold the blue outer shaft in one hand. Place the thumbnail of the other hand on the outer edge of white plastic hook and gently push down until you see the ultra-thin metal band appear from the center of the threader. Notice the tiny tip is concave so that it will grasp the thread. This is where most people have a problem.If you do not push the threader VERY gently as you slide it down the needle searching for the eye, this metal band will bend. I did it twice. Unless the band is straightened, the threader will never work.A good set of fine-pointed tweezers are needed to bend it straight again.It takes a very delicate touch at first. One you get the hang of it, practice a few times and it becomes simple.Another thing I discovered was that once the thread is through the eye, it wants to pull back through when you remove the threader. Insert your seam ripper through the loop in the thread before pulling the threader back. This works like a charm. Go ahead and slowly pull the thread on through the eye with the ripper.Another thing I would suggest is to have excellent light. Most sewing machines seem lacking for old eyes.Check this out on Amazon for $8.99. I use batteries so I can easily position the lamp where it is most convenient, usually behind the machine. It works great.SE FL89030L 30 LED SILVER LAMP LIGHTI tested several different threaders on a Schmetz 90/14 needle and this was my choice.There are ways to help folks enjoy the things they love to do for as long as they possibly can. We just have to find them.

This device works for holding the machine needle while you screw it into place but doesn't work AT ALL for threading any needle but one with the largest eye, in which case I wouldn't need a device. It's described as for threading the machine needle, front-to-back, while it is on the machine. The small piece which is supposed to push the thread through the needle eye doesn't fit through any of my standard machine needles' eyes. I even took the needle off the machine to try it that way. Useless

It's a bit fussy, but it does work. Takes a few attempts, however. Also, the first one was bent and they shipped me another promptly. Excellent customer service.

This tool is a blessing for old eyes. My Featherweight has no needle threader, but with this tool I can easily thread my machine with ant weight of thread and insert the needle with the flat where it belongs. Thanks for a great product.

I bought this because it was getting difficult to thread the sewing machine needles.This was difficult for me to use and I stopped using it after a few tries. Now I use magnifying glasses to thread the sewing machine and I can thread the sewing machine needles without any problems.

This works great for putting my needle in the machine.