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Sewing Tools Booklet. Seam gauge. Seam gauges are Small metal rulers Used to measure small areas. Seam Ripper. A small sharp tool Used to remove stitches. Bobbin Case . Bobbin cases hold small spools of thread that are used in the bottom part of the machine. These cost $50. Bobbin.
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Seam gauge Seam gauges are Small metal rulers Used to measure small areas
Seam Ripper A small sharp tool Used to remove stitches
Bobbin Case Bobbin cases hold small spools of thread that are used in the bottom part of the machine These cost $50
Bobbin • Small Spool of Thread that is used as the bottom thread. These come in metal or plastic
Straight Pins Sharp pins used to hold fabric while sewing
Safety Pins Often used to thread elastic or drawstring
Hand Needles Needles used when sewing by hand
Machine Needles Needles used in sewing machines. Each brand of Sewing machine requires a certain needle. Make sure you have the right needle for your machine
Irons Irons are used in sewing to remove wrinkles, flatten seams, and crease hems.
Ironing Board A padded surface where you press while sewing
Tape Measure Long plastic strip with marks for measuring Fabric, patterns, and People.
Marking Pencils Special pens or pencils that are used to mark fabric when sewing
Pincushions There are many kinds of pincushions Fabric: are little stuffed pillow Magnetic: contains a magnet Wrist: fits on your wrist
Scissors All purpose General cutting in the home
Sewing Scissors/Shears Used for sewing only!!! Cutting paper makes them dull!
Shears Rules • Cut only fabric • Never cut pins • Don’t drop • Dull scissors will not cut fabric!
Pinking Shears Pinking shears cut A special edge VVVVVVVVVV