FloraCraft® SmoothFōM® Female Foam Head - Michaels
A good sewist has a tape measure in inches and centimeters just in case
GDMINLO Soft Tape Measure Double Scale 60in
I have this and use it to go to sewing classes and events!
Rolling Sewing Machine Case w/ Wheels & Pockets
I like that the storage space is customizable! I use it to take my tools to sewing class
Sewing Storage Organizer with 2 Detachable Cases, Pink
Ok this is a great set! You will eventually have to replace your blades, trust me. And I’ve gotten those types of fabric pencils at Daiso and they work really well!
OLFA 45mm Tungsten Rotary Blades Set of 10
Pinnable is the way to go!
Bonnlo Female Dress Form Mannequin Torso 10-12
The best fabric glue
Aleene's All Purpose Tacky Glue, 8oz Clear
The modern version of the tomato pin cushion!
Dritz Magnetic Pin Cushion
Strong yet gentle on fabric. Long enough to hold well
Hello Hobby Quilting Pins 400 Count with Yellow Ballhead, Size 28, Use for Basting Quilt Layers
Sewing furniture
I use a couple of these to store my trims, fabric and other tools
RUNMARÖ shelf unit, dark gray indoor/outdoor, 235/8x113/4x523/8"
Saw this on TikTok and can’t wait to get it!
NORDEN gateleg table, birch, 101/4/35/597/8x311/2"
You NEED good lighting to sew well
Lepro LED Desk Lamp 9.5W 800lm, 5 Color Modes
Perfect for storing thread spools and other tools and notions in your sewing studio
SKÅDIS pegboard combination - IKEA
Keep your garments or patterns organized with this
RIGGA White Clothes Rack - Popular & Practical - IKEA
I use this to store fabric I want to keep away from the light and dust
BROR Cabinet with doors - black 33 1/2x15 3/4x75 1/4 "
Fashion design
A must have for fashion illustration!
Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils, 72 Ct
Hand and machine needles
Not just for hat making! Use these if you need a stronger needle that can pierce through hard materials.
Milliners Hand Needles-Size 3/9 16/Pkg
Universal pack to get you started!
Euro-Notions Universal Machine Needles
Use these if you’re sewing fine, delicate fabrics. Trust me, it makes a difference
HONEYSEW 5pcs Bernina Fine Fabric Needle 70
Great assortment if you’re sewing leather or denim
Singer 04801 Heavy Duty Sewing Needles, 5-Count
I recommend this size for general hand sewing
Colonial Needle JJ110-10 John James Sharps Size 10
These are long and thin. Perfect for beads
The Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 10, 4pc
Pattern making
The best for pattern making
Kraft Paper Roll
Game-changing for pattern making!
Fiskars® Sewing Ruler, 6" x 24" | Michaels
You need one in your arsenal
Mr. Pen 8x12 Inch Silver Metal Framing Square
A French curve is your best friend
Vary Form Solid Aluminum French Hip Curve Ruler
To keep everything straight and tidy
3 Pcs Heavy Duty Cast Iron Sewing Weights
Thread
This is the only sewing thread brand you want to get. Great starter kit with lots of color options
Gutermann Sew-All Thread Set 100m, 20pc
Can’t beat the quality of Gutermann! I’ve used this for delicate projects like putting appliqués on veils
Gutermann Invisible Thread 274yd, Clear
Get started with serger thread
Mandala Crafts 4 Pack Serger Thread Cones White
Books
I got one as a gift and one for myself lol
Embroidery: The Ideal Guide to Stitching
The pattern making bible
Pattern Magic
I mean, just look at the sleeves on the cover
Pattern Magic 2
The third book in the series, so worth it
Pattern Magic 3
A must for lovers of stretch fabric
Pattern Magic: Stretch Fabrics (Japanese Series)
This is how I’m learning to drape!
Draping: The Complete Course: Second Edition
GAME CHANGER for my plus size girlies
Plus-size Patternmaking for Womenswear
Random but useful
These are ok to use on thick materials!
Lime Bypass Pruning Shears - Easy Cut
For when you drop your pins and can’t find them!
Best-Selling Tools & Gear on Amazon
Don’t throw away your scissors, sharpen them!
LIBRATON 13PCS Needle Diamond Files Set
For that dreaded moment when your thread gets stuck in the machine