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Embroidery, Sewing, and Small Business

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A peek inside my creative corner, and all of my small business essentials!
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Embroidery

 
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Hands down one of the best investments I have made.
Mighty Hoop
 
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Made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic bottles and I love the quality.
Kunin Felt
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Game changer for doing applique.
Gingher Double-Curved Embroidery Scissors 6in
 
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Perfect for cleaning up the designs and cutting tiny jump stitches.
Fiskars Stitcher Scissors (No. 5)
 
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Essential for applique! Helps minimize fabric fraying and is an added layer of security.
Heat N Bond
 
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Reusable and it works so much better than the disposable option. Just rinse with warm water and it's good as new.
PetLovers EzRoll Reusable Sticky Lint Roller
 
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Love the quality of Madeira threads. I'm working on transitioning the colors I have to their recycled line.
Madeira Recycled Thread

Sewing

 
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Simple but not basic- I love her! I purchased mine second hand from a local shop and highly recommend looking in your area before purchasing new.
Bernette B37 Computerized Sewing Machine
 
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For quilting and beyond- the free motion and walking foot are the two I use the most.
Bernette 6-Piece Quilting Foot Kit for B37 B38
 
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I'm unaware of any other method to cut fabric.
Fiskars 45mm Rotary Cutter with Ergonomic Grip
 
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For when rotarty cutting fabric.
Fiskars: Cutting Mats

Small Business

 
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This is how I recycle my fabric scraps in an effort to divert as much as possible from landfill. You can recycle any household textile like clothes, blankets, towels, dish cloths, bed linens, etc.
Scraps Recycling Service
 
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They offer items that are actually sustainable (compared to other companies that are pure greenwashing). Their sustainability resources page has a ton of great information if you're wanting to learn about what makes an item sustainable, etc.
Sustainable Packaging and Shipping Supplies | EcoEnclose