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such as, thread, buttons, ribbons, zippers, bias tape, hem tape, etc. There are many others as well, but basically notions are anything other than the fabric/pattern.
Tape Measures
Non-stretchable flexible strip Usually marked with inches and centimeters. Be sure youre using the right side! Uses: Taking body measurements Can be used for any measuring task
Seam Gauge
Variety of forms Most common = six inch aluminum ruler with a slider.
Pin Cushion
A device to hold your pins Magnetic and tomato type (I prefer the tomato type because the magnets shift and can be bumped off)
Pin Cushion
Why the tomato? According to folklore, placing a tomato on the mantle of a new home guaranteed prosperity and repelled evil spirits. If tomatoes were out of season, families improvised by using a round ball of red fabric filled with sand or sawdust.
Pin Cushion
Why is there a strawberry attached? Its filled with emery to sharpen your pins. Push the pin in and pull it out repeatedly.
Varying sizes with varying points. The most common = Sharps medium length have a round eye suitable for almost any fabric
Thimble
Protects finger while guiding needle through fabric Especially useful when hand sewing thick fabric like denim
Heavy upholstery fabric needs a 19/120 b/c its strong enough to pierce the fabric and carry a thread strong enough for this type of fabric. Using a 8/60 needle, it would bend or break.
Ballpoint needles are designed for knit fabric so that the point glides between the loops of a knit fabric without ripping the fibers that make up the fabric. *Universal needles can be used with woven or knit fabric. The point of a universal needle is sharp yet very slightly rounded giving it the characteristics of a sharp and a ballpoint needle.
A wire, bent into a diamond shape attached to a handle. Threading needle fast and easy. To use:
Pass the wire through the eye of the needle Place the thread inside the wire Pull the handle on the wire through and the thread comes with it!
Practice Time!
Everyone practice using a needle
threader.
Eventually you may not need this but
Shears
Similar to scissors, but the lower blade always stays flat on a cutting surface. (Watch example.) Cut out patterns and sewing projects. Sharp shears are key to accurate cutting along pattern lines. Dull shears will drive you crazy!
Embroidery Scissors
sew at the machine. The blades of the scissors may have a slight upward curve to ensure you trim thread without cutting fabric.
Never use your shears to trim threads as you sew at your machine! WHY? They are too big and get in the way. You could over cut your threads and clip your projects fabric instead!
Pinking Shears
Jagged blades that fit together to cut a saw-tooth type edge (zig zag) Can create a seam finish Great for non-fraying fabrics like fleece!
Seam Ripper
YOUR BEST FRIEND if you make a mistake (and you will!) Remove unwanted stitches Pick out single threads
Rotary Cutters
Round blades with a handle and protective cover for the blade. Works similar to an xacto knife, only it cuts fabric MUST be used with rotary mats and rotary rulers.
Self-healing Different sizes and markings Not damaged by rotary cutter (protects your surface) Does not damage rotary cutter (wont scratch or overly dull the circle blade)
Pressing Tools
Iron and ironing board Press cloth = (piece of fabric) used when applying
extreme heat when ironing a fabric. Acts as a barrier to protect fabric from burning/melting/discoloring.
Hams = rounded egg-shaped mats for ironing garments with curved seams Sleeve rolls = Presser bars with a flattened end
What is wrong with the image of this ironing board and iron?
Chalk and pencil wash off. Pens usually fade or are permanent.
Drawstring Threader/Bodkin
Used to rethread a drawstring
Greatest invention EVER! I recommend buying one of these if you wear hoodies a lot and youre constantly losing the drawstring in the wash/dryer! Also used to sew straps and Turn them right side out.
Hem Tape
Hem tape = a type of sew-on or fusible adhesive that prepares the bottom (hem) of a garment.
Bias Tape
Bias tape = made from strips of fabric which are used as edging in a variety of projects A long strip of fabric cut on the bias or diagonal of fabric Looks like a ribbon with an opening like a hot dog bun (This is used to place the edge of the fabric inside before sewing.) Adds flexibility and support to the edge of the fabric and prevents fraying
Bias Tape
Elastic
A stretchy flexible band made of material that can return to its original shape after being stretched or extended. Most commonly used in support for undergarments such as panties/bras or bathing suits. Comes in different widths