It’s pretty safe to say that our sewing machines are by far the hardest working tool in our workspace but what about the little gadgets? These little guys can improve our sewing experience, shave down our cutting time and ultimately make us look like ROCK STARS! Here are my top 10 must have sewing tools for your studio.
My Must Have Sewing Tools
1. Flexible Tape Measure
Measuring an uneven or curved surface can be tricky but these flexible tape measures sure to make it easy.
2. Scissors
From fabric sheers to a smaller precision pair, these blades will come in handy! Sometimes, I even wear those mini blue ones around my neck as I sew. This way, I never misplace them.
3. Straight Pins
These little thin lines of metal are a must have in the sewing basket. While I personally like to use them sparingly, they are mission critical for matching points and seams.
4. Rotary Cutter
Talk about the best invention ever!! This little round blade of goodness can speed you through the fabric cutting stage and get you stitching on the machine in no time flat. I swear, I have them in every size & a pinking version.
5. Cutting Mat
This self healing mat is a MUST have when using the rotary cutter mentioned above. However, not all mats are created equal. Not only do the lines matter on this tool but so does the size.
Foldable Cutting Mat- When buying a large mat you also need to think about storage. That is why I love the foldable cutting mats.
Rotating Cutting Mat- Mind Blown! For all those quilters out there this mat will change your life. No more worrying about fabric shifting or having to move your fabric again. Total game changer!
6. Iron
I’m not going to lie, this is one tool that I struggle with. I’m not sure why but my irons seem to burn out every two to three years. That said, I have two top picks with side notes.
Oliso Pro- I just love the smart feet technology but word to the wise, I wouldnot recommend filling it with water and using it as a steamer. After a few years of hard work, it started to leak on me. Now, don’t get me wrong, I still use it everyday just without water!
Steamfast Travel Steam Iron- This little guy is on my must buy list. I have heard such amazing things about it and think it would be perfect right next to my sewing machine for heavy piecing days.
Panasonic Cordless- Some say that cordless is the way to go and this cutie has good overall reviews. I just wonder if the reservoir holds enough water to last me an entire pressing session.
No matter which iron you select, be sure that it will quickly become one of the hardest working tools in your space.
7. Soak Flatting Spray
Between the amazing smell and the magical results, this is spray is always within reach of my ironing board.
8. Heat Erasing Pen
It’s no secret that I like to doodle and with the help of these heat erasing pen I can draw worry free. *Tip: just be sure to spot test on each fabric before going hog wild.
9. Specialty Needles
Never has having the right tool for the job been more important then with sewing machine needles. Speciality needles can allow your machine to glide through fabric without tearing or nicking (ballpoint for knits), produce crisp and clean thick stitches (topstitching/denim), create two stitch lines in one pass (twin needle), and machine specific needles (serger).
10. Seam Ripper
And last but not least, no seamstress would be without their trusty seam ripper. Let’s be fair, this is the one tool that we despise using but it can get us out of a jam pretty quick. Make sure your seam ripper fits comfortably in your hand and is not too small. Also, did you know that little red ball at the end actually has a purpose?
credit: thesewingloftblog.com
My Must Have Sewing Tools
1. Flexible Tape Measure
Measuring an uneven or curved surface can be tricky but these flexible tape measures sure to make it easy.
2. Scissors
From fabric sheers to a smaller precision pair, these blades will come in handy! Sometimes, I even wear those mini blue ones around my neck as I sew. This way, I never misplace them.
3. Straight Pins
These little thin lines of metal are a must have in the sewing basket. While I personally like to use them sparingly, they are mission critical for matching points and seams.
4. Rotary Cutter
Talk about the best invention ever!! This little round blade of goodness can speed you through the fabric cutting stage and get you stitching on the machine in no time flat. I swear, I have them in every size & a pinking version.
5. Cutting Mat
This self healing mat is a MUST have when using the rotary cutter mentioned above. However, not all mats are created equal. Not only do the lines matter on this tool but so does the size.
Foldable Cutting Mat- When buying a large mat you also need to think about storage. That is why I love the foldable cutting mats.
Rotating Cutting Mat- Mind Blown! For all those quilters out there this mat will change your life. No more worrying about fabric shifting or having to move your fabric again. Total game changer!
6. Iron
I’m not going to lie, this is one tool that I struggle with. I’m not sure why but my irons seem to burn out every two to three years. That said, I have two top picks with side notes.
Oliso Pro- I just love the smart feet technology but word to the wise, I wouldnot recommend filling it with water and using it as a steamer. After a few years of hard work, it started to leak on me. Now, don’t get me wrong, I still use it everyday just without water!
Steamfast Travel Steam Iron- This little guy is on my must buy list. I have heard such amazing things about it and think it would be perfect right next to my sewing machine for heavy piecing days.
Panasonic Cordless- Some say that cordless is the way to go and this cutie has good overall reviews. I just wonder if the reservoir holds enough water to last me an entire pressing session.
No matter which iron you select, be sure that it will quickly become one of the hardest working tools in your space.
7. Soak Flatting Spray
Between the amazing smell and the magical results, this is spray is always within reach of my ironing board.
8. Heat Erasing Pen
It’s no secret that I like to doodle and with the help of these heat erasing pen I can draw worry free. *Tip: just be sure to spot test on each fabric before going hog wild.
9. Specialty Needles
Never has having the right tool for the job been more important then with sewing machine needles. Speciality needles can allow your machine to glide through fabric without tearing or nicking (ballpoint for knits), produce crisp and clean thick stitches (topstitching/denim), create two stitch lines in one pass (twin needle), and machine specific needles (serger).
10. Seam Ripper
And last but not least, no seamstress would be without their trusty seam ripper. Let’s be fair, this is the one tool that we despise using but it can get us out of a jam pretty quick. Make sure your seam ripper fits comfortably in your hand and is not too small. Also, did you know that little red ball at the end actually has a purpose?
credit: thesewingloftblog.com
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