As a sewing beginner, these are some of the tools that have really helped me! I feel much more confident having these things available.
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Sewing
This has helped me keep my seams balanced and even. It's magnetic so you can use it with any machine.
Magnetic Seam Guide for Sewing Machine, Multifunctional Polygonal Hemmer Guide with Scale, Universal Sewing Quilting Supplies Accessories Tools, 2.36x1.57"
This is the quarter inch guide I've been using for the quilt I started. It works so well. I have a Janome machine so this works with mine. I know there are others out there.
Janome 1/4 inch Sewing Machine Foot
I broke my old seam ripper and this one is so much more comfortable! Has a soft handle and a sharp blade.
Dritz Soft Grip Deluxe Seam Ripper, 1 Each
It's the dream machine!
Brother PE900 Embroidery Machine with WLAN & 4x7 Hoop
I've had this for years and I love it. Don't forget to get new blades regularly. That was my downfall for a long time.
Fiskars 45mm Rotary Cutter for Fabric
I absolutely love these scissors. They are expensive but I'm able to cut with no issues and my family knows not to touch the gold scissors!
Fiskars Gingher 8in Gold-Handled Bent Trimmers
I've been very happy with these blades and they are less expensive than brand name.
HEADLEY TOOLS 45mm Rotary Cutter Blades 15 Pack
The nicest thread I've used. It doesn't get fuzzy and clog the machine.
Gutermann Sew-All Thread 1,094yd, Nu White
Clips that are so much better than pins! I hate pinning and I use these 90% of the time.
Otylzto Sewing Clips 100 Pcs with Box
This saved my cutting for real. I thought I was just terrible at cutting a straight line. The lip on this keeps it lined up everytime.
O'Lipfa 11111 Ruler with Lip Edge, 5 x 24-Inch
It's held up to about everything. Cutting, moving, being stored when I stopped sewing for ahile. It works.
Fiskars Self Healing Cutting Mat 24x36
For when you just can't find the one you were using. You can stash them everywhere.
9 Pcs High-Carbon Steel Mini Sewing Scissors
A cute essential to keep things from sliding. Anything that helps with cutting is my friend.
Quilted Bear Pattern Weights - Donuts 6x40mm
Don't forget to iron! It makes such a difference even though I hate it.
Oliso M3Pro Steam Iron with Solemate - Pistachio
It keeps you from cutting those corners.
Clover 2 Point Turner, Lavender
For all of those take with you projects that get you off your phone.
Analog Bag Tote, Hobby Carryall, Disconnect Tote Bag, On the Go Tote, Art Supplies Bag, Grocery Tote Bag
Fabric
You have to have fabrice to sew! There are so many choices. Here are a few of my favorites, including holiday picks.
