Clover Stitching Tool, Metal, 1

Really easy to use, will probably need to buy more of a range of needles to use with it though.

Ideal when you get working but needle was too small so had to glue in lucky enough didn't get in barrel as the needle would of been useless but now I love it using it is a breeze

This is a needle-punching tool and comes with a 3 ply needle. 1 ply and 6 ply needles are available separately. I think it would have been nice to have had all three without having to order them separately. I tried it with Clover's 'Kantan Couture' gold thread that's designed for this tool, but think that the 1 ply needle would work better with this very fine thread. I got on much better with a thicker thread. A little bit of practice is needed to get even stitches but once you've got the hang of it you can work quite fast. I wouldn't necessarily recommend it for back stitch since it can be a little wasteful at the back of the stitches. But for looped stitching it's pretty good, once you get the hang of it. I'm only giving it 3 stars because, as I said, I think they could have included at least one other needle size. Buying the other needles separately is a little expensive. I also found the threader to be a little too short - an extra centimetre would have made threading much easier. Do bear in mind that to secure the stitches permanently you have to put glue on the start and finish of your work, otherwise your stitches will unravel and all your hard work will be lost! Not for everyday embroidery but good if you want to needle-punch.

I needed this as my wire broke for punch needle work. This has been amazing and alot better than my original that I received from elsewhere.

Was a present.

Have tried a different tool before this one and find this one much better. I find embridering with a normal needle difficult due to arthritic fingers but can manage fine with the clover, also I like the loop effect. would definitley recomend it.

Quality tool. Far superior to cheaper versions at half the price. This tool will last years. Having much fun with this making a colourful wall hanging with Aida fabric.

sorry haven't used it yet but I expect it will be ok clover gadgets are good the item I bought this for is not yet in the making