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Sewing Tools I Use in My Craft Room
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items These are the sewing tools I reach for when I’m working on garments, kids’ clothes, or DIY projects. Tools I actually use to make sewing easier and more fun.
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This is the second Singer machine I’ve owned and I love how sturdy and reliable it is. The top-load bobbin makes setup and maintenance super easy, and the machine feels very stable while sewing. I also love that you can add an extension table for big...
SINGER® Heavy Duty 4423 Sewing Machine
I reach for this extension table whenever I’m working on longer projects. It keeps everything level with the machine, which makes sewing smoother and way more comfortable.
SINGER Gray Extension Table for Heavy Duty Machines
Getting a serger was a total game-changer for me. It makes the inside of my projects look so much cleaner and more professional. I especially love using it for knits and swimsuits.
Brother 1034D Heavy-Duty Metal Frame Serger
Long gone are the days of spending hours printing and cutting out paper patterns. This projector has saved me so much time and effort by letting me project patterns directly onto fabric, making the cutting process quicker and way more enjoyable.
BrightLink 595Wi Interactive WXGA 3LCD Projector | Products
Sewing Tools & Notions
No more grabbing random objects or pinning forever before cutting. These little weights are simple but so effective. I just place them on top of my pattern and get straight to cutting. Total time saver.
Dritz Pattern Weights 4ct, Assorted Colors
One of the first rulers I ever owned and still one of my favorites. This ruler makes pattern work feel so much easier by clearly marking where to use it for armholes, hip curves, and other shaping details.
Dritz Styling Design Ruler with Illustrations
I usually stick to earthy, neutral tones, but sometimes a project calls for a pop of color. This thread set gives me plenty of options to choose from, and the quality is always reliable for garments and everyday sewing.
Gütermann Thread SEW All 26SP
This rotary cutter is a staple in my sewing tools. I reach for it most when working on smaller projects like swimsuits, where clean, precise cuts really matter.
Fiskars® Stick Rotary Cutter (45 mm)
These are my favorite fabric scissors and I’ve held onto them for years. The straight edge helps me get clean, precise cuts, and they feel comfortable to use even during longer cutting sessions.
RazorEdge™ Easy Action™ Fabric Shears 8”
If there’s one thing every sewer knows, it’s that the seam ripper will be used at least once during a project. I love that this one folds in and has a safety feature, so it’s easy to store and safe to keep nearby.
SINGER ProSeries Folding Seam Ripper
I always sew with a magnetic seam guide. It helps keep my fabric lined up and makes sewing straight seams so much easier and more consistent.
Dritz Magnetic Seam Guide for Sewing Machine
Such a game-changer for sewing straps. This set makes folding and pressing bias tape so much easier and cuts down a lot of time in the process. Once I started using these, I never went back.
HONEYSEW Bias Tape Maker Set 6MM-25MM
Is your sewing machine thirsty? Proper oiling keeps it smooth, quiet, and ready to sew. This is one of my personal go-to’s
Dritz Zoom Spout Oiler 4 oz - Sewing Machine