{"product_id":"smart-grooming-blunt-ended-plaiting-needles-pack-of-9","title":"Smart Grooming Blunt Ended Plaiting Needles Pack of 9","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSmart Grooming Blunt Ended Plaiting Needles - Pack of 9\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Smart Grooming Blunt Ended Plaiting Needles are a pack of nine large-eye needles for plaiting and braiding horse manes and tails. Three lengths are supplied - 52mm, 60mm and 70mm - making the set best for grooms, producers and riders who plait regularly for showing, dressage or Pony Club.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlunt tips reduce snagging and improve safety while you handle the needle close to the crest, and the large eye threads flat waxed thread and thicker strands without fuss. Everything arrives in a small plastic tube that keeps the set together in a grooming box. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-grooming\"\u003ehorse grooming\u003c\/a\u003e essentials to complete your plaiting kit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePack of nine blunt-ended plaiting needles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThree lengths - 52mm, 60mm and 70mm - for different plaiting tasks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBlunt ends reduce snagging and improve safety during handling\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge eye makes threading waxed thread and thicker strands easy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupplied in a small plastic tube for storage and portability\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompatible with Smart Grooming Flat Waxed Thread to speed up threading\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuits horses, ponies, cobs and youngsters being prepared in-hand or ridden\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmart Grooming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlaiting needles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eContents\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 needles per pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLengths\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e52mm, 60mm, 70mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTip Design\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlunt ended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEye Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge eye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall plastic tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlaiting and braiding manes and tails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eDamp and comb the mane, then divide it into even sections and secure each with a plaiting band.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a needle length to suit the job - shorter for fine pony manes, longer for thicker manes and tails.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThread the large eye with flat waxed thread and knot the end.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlait the section down, then pass the needle through the base of the plait to secure the thread.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRoll or fold the plait, stitch through to hold it in place and finish with a neat knot.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWipe the needles dry and return them to the plastic tube for storage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many needles are in the pack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNine blunt-ended plaiting needles are supplied in each pack, in a small plastic tube.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes are included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThree lengths are included - 52mm, 60mm and 70mm - so you can match the needle to the thickness of the mane or tail.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose blunt-ended needles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlunt ends reduce snagging on the hair and improve safety during handling, which is helpful when sewing plaits close to the crest or in a tail.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill they take waxed plaiting thread?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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