1. Sewing Tools Booklet

2. Seam gauge Seam gauges are Small metal rulers Used to measure small areas

3. Seam Ripper A small sharp tool Used to remove stitches

4. Bobbin Case Bobbin cases hold small spools of thread that are used in the bottom part of the machine These cost $50

5. Bobbin Small Spool of Thread that is used as the bottom thread. These come in metal or plastic

6. Straight Pins Sharp pins used to hold fabric while sewing

7. Safety Pins Often used to thread elastic or drawstring

8. Hand Needles Needles used when sewing by hand

9. Machine Needles Needles used in sewing machines. Each brand of Sewing machine requires a certain needle. Make sure you have the right needle for your machine

10. Irons Irons are used in sewing to remove wrinkles, flatten seams, and crease hems.

11. Ironing Board A padded surface where you press while sewing

12. Tape Measure Long plastic strip with marks for measuring Fabric, patterns, and People.

13. Marking Pencils Special pens or pencils that are used to mark fabric when sewing

14. Pincushions There are many kinds of pincushions Fabric: are little stuffed pillow Magnetic: contains a magnet Wrist: fits on your wrist

15. Scissors All purpose General cutting in the home

16. Sewing Scissors/Shears Used for sewing only!!! Cutting paper makes them dull!

17. Shears Rules Cut only fabric Never cut pins Don’t drop Dull scissors will not cut fabric!

18. Pinking Shears Pinking shears cut A special edge VVVVVVVVVV