Accessorizing Your Sewing Box

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In a pinch we can sew with little more then thread and a sewing machine. Ask any sewing group and you will fine common items in there sewing box's. A person who appliques will have applique scissors and marking pens, yet those who garment sews might fine these notions at the bottom their list. The following list is a starting point for stocking your own sewing box, pick and choose what you will need for the projects you wish to sew.  sierrafiberarts.com

 Shears                                                                 Small double curve scissors

Applique scissors                                                   Small screwdriver
Straight pins & Magnetic pincushion                        Thimble
Hand needles                                                        Needle threader
Seam ripper                                                          Tape measure

Stiletto or Awl Tweezers                                        Marking pen  

Tube turner                                                           Chopstick

Press cloth                                                           Fray Block or Fray check Glue stick

Rotary cutter                                                         Self healing mat

Acrylic Quilter's rulers (6"x12"-6"x24")

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