Sewing tools

Long plastic or fiberglass strip with marks for measuring: Tape Measure Long plastic or fiberglass strip with marks for measuring: 1. Fabric 2. patterns 3. Body Measurements

Used to measure small areas (6 inches or less) Seam gauge Seam gauges are Small metal rulers Used to measure small areas (6 inches or less)

Shears vs. Scissors Scissors = shorter blades and handles have matching holes and are centered SHEARS = different sizes holes and blades are to one side used for cutting fabric

PINKING SHEARS Pinking shears cut A special edge VVVVVVVVVV Can be used to create a seam finish! Pinking shears cut A special edge VVVVVVVVVV

Embroidery Scissors Small sharp scissors for trimming threads And cutting in small places

Thread Clips Used to clip the threads as you sew.

Get sharpened when dull Dull scissors will not cut fabric! Scissor Rules Cut only fabric Never cut pins Don’t drop Get sharpened when dull Dull scissors will not cut fabric!

Marking Pencils & Pens Special pens or pencils that are used to mark fabric when sewing

Tracing Wheel and Paper Coated paper comes in assorted colors Used to transfer markings onto fabric

Marking Chalk Used to transfer markings onto fabric Remove them by brushing before pressing over them.

Seam Ripper A small sharp tool Used to remove stitches

Point Turner Plastic or wooden point turner used to push out points such as collars and cuffs

Bodkin Used for inserting elastic or drawstrings into casings

Bobbin Bobbins are small spools of thread That are used in the bottom part of the machine These cost $50- don’t lose them or You have to pay for it.

Straight Pins Sharp pins used to hold fabric while sewing

Often used to thread elastic or drawstring Safety Pins Often used to thread elastic or drawstring

Needles uses when sewing by hand Hand Sewing Needles Needles uses when sewing by hand

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

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

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