I’ve recently been asked by a few followers to share my favorite sewing tools with you all. I’ve spent some time really thinking about what tools I reach for the most, and what tools I always have on hand. Below I have linked and described why I love each item! This post contains affiliate links that give me a small commission from your purchase. All items can also be found on amazon. If you wish to view my amazon shop featuring all of these tools- click on this link.
- Clover Chalk Pen: I have been using these for years! They are awesome for marking any lines you might need on your fabric. I would recommend grabbing white and a darker color so you’re covered for both light and dark fabrics.
- Point Turner: i reach for this tool when I need a perfect point! I used it the other day for my collared shirt, my collar has a perfect point thanks to this tool.
- Seam Gauge: I can’t sew without this tool! I use it for so many things, like measuring a hem, seam allowance, double top stitching, etc and etc. I always have it nearby for every project.
- Mettler Metrosene Thread: this 100% polyester thread kit is great to have on hand, you’ll be ready for any project. I love the quality Mettler thread provides to any sewing project.
- Thread Snips: I like to clip my threads as I’m working my way through a project, and these are so handy. Small and easy to grab to quickly clean up any unwanted threads hanging off a seam.
- Bobbin Saver: I love this thing! It holds all my bobbins and keeps them from slipping and sliding around all over my drawer. Makes it easy to find what I’m looking for too!
- Zirkel Pin Magnet: love me a good pin magnet! I have this in black, and it’s been a great pin dish. Makes grabbing a pin real quick super easy.
- Measuring Tape: I have all kinds of measuring tapes and these little guys are my favorite. They don’t take up a whole lot of space in your drawer like normal measuring tapes do, and they are super handy to take with you on a shopping trip. I recently lost mine (thanks kids), so I totally recommend getting this three pack. They are great to have on hand if you lose one.
- Air Erasable Marker: This marker is fantastic! It’s great for marking up your fabric, and the ink disappears with in a few hours on its own. If you need the ink to disappear faster, it has an eraser on the other end of the marker, and works great. It’s a good one to have on hand as well.
- Ergonomic Seam Ripper: this seam ripper has a little rubber grip that makes it easy to hold and comfortable to use. I’ve tried a few different seam rippers and this one is my favorite.
- Oliso Smart Iron: I’ve had my Oliso Smart Iron for 4 years now. I use it for every project and it’s still going strong. Smart technology allows the iron to raise and fall just by a single touch so you can leave it with the iron plate laying face down as you would when ironing. Its so convenient to use and performs really well. Its a must have!!! Would make a great gift!
- Glass Head Pins: not only are they pretty, but they have a no melt technology so they can withstand the heat of your iron! I’ve had plastic pins forever and I recently upgraded to these!
- Fiskars Table Top Scissors: these are a GAME CHANGER when it comes to cutting our your pattern pieces. The raised handle allows the fabric to remain laying flat while you cut out a project. So convenient and makes the tedious cutting process go a lot smoother.
- Wash Away Wonder Tape: I use this for applying pockets, plackets, anything you have to topstitch in place. It’s double-sided 1/4″ tape that holds really well through the sewing process and washes away in the laundry.
- Fray Check: every sewist must have this on hand at all times. Keeps raw edges from fraying. Use it for buttonholes, raw edges, etc.
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