Sewing Machine spare parts

The sewing has stopped as my machine needle has snapped into 3 parts. For the non-sewer, this is actually quite common. The neighbourhood haberdashery only stocks Singer spare parts and I have to do a special order for my Brother needles. Safety glasses while sewing is highly recommended. For those that wear glasses this won't be a problem. But everyone else, including me has to start looking for a clear pair.