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Basic Sewing Tools and Their Uses
Sewing Tools and their uses for Professional Results
As with any profession or hobby, using the right tools can make all the difference between amateur or professional results. The following alphabetical list contains some items of basic sewing tools that I am sure you will already have to hand, others are more specific to the making of soft furnishings and are well worth investing in – they make each job a whole lot easier!
Pictures of sewing tools
Sewing Tools Cloth Clamps.
They are large ‘bull dog’ type clamps used for clamping fabric to the worktable prior to cutting out or during the making-up process. When dealing with large expanses of fabric, it is essential it should be anchored to the table or held under tension. If you are not fortunate enough to have a worktable, you can still use these clamps, but you will obviously need to protect your tabletop.
Sewing Tools Ironing Board & Iron
Iron & Ironing Board A good quality iron is necessary you cannot sew without one. Ironing boards can be free-standing or mounted depending on the available space and frequency of use.. A cotton or wool cover is advisable for sewers, though many boards come a Teflon coated drawstring cover which reflects the heat. Ironing boards can come in handy for tasks other than pressing. When sewing curtains, the ironing board can be placed next to or behind the sewing machine to help support the fabric bulk.
L Square
A very useful piece of equipment which allows you to cut perfect 90 degree angle to the selvage of fabric widths, and a must for cutting out cushions.
MetreS Rtiuckle// Yard Measuring Tape
Tape measure belongs in every sewing box and probably in every household, it’s useful for measuring lengths of fabric and measurements throughout any sewing project. Invest in a tape measure of nonstrech fiberglass with inches marked on one side and centimeters on the other most tape measures are 60” (153cm) long. Metre ruler preferably made of metal. Wooden metre rules have a tendency to warp over time and makes it difficult to draw a straight line, again metric or imperial.
Sewing tools and their uses Needles
Sewing needles, both hand and machine, are another must have item. There are many types of needles. Buying a mixed pack will give you the variety you will need to make tiebacks and pelmets, make sure you have curved needles to make the job easier. Machine needles choose the size of needle based on the weight of the fabric.
Pins
Pins Glass headed pins come in different sizes, look for sharp, smooth, rustproof pins that bend without breaking, these pins are easier to see and rarely get left in the finished article. Pin Cushions Pincushions come in a variety of styles. The most popular include the familiar red tomato. A wristband pincushion is perfect for making hems, I also use a make shift sponge that wraps around the sewing machine very handy and keeps them from getting into the sewing machine.
Retractable Metal Tape
The essential measuring tool. For measuring long lengths of fabric always use a metal/ steel rigid tape.
Scissors and Shears
Many fabric stores have display models that you can try before you buy. To test scissors, hold them as you would to cut, and consider how their weight and balance feel in your hand. Check for smoothness inside the handle rings. Cut a variety of fabrics thin and thick.
Also look for.
Tempered or stainless-steel blades. The former has a reputation for quality and strength, the latter for value and being lightweight and rustproof. Smooth cutting from the back of the blades to the points. Adjustable screw securing the blades. If the blades on scissors work out of alignment; shears with an adjustable screw can be re-adjusted using the screw to correct the blade alignment.
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