Essential Tools for Beginners

What do you absolutely need to start your sewing journey?

The following are must haves to start your sewing journey.

  1. Sewing machine - Obviously (It’s okay to start with a budget machine. You only really need 3 stitches-straight, zig-zag, buttonhole)

    see ways to save on a machine here.

  2. Sewing needles - be sure to have the correct type and weight for the fabric (if in doubt go with a universal 80/12)

  3. Fabric shears - more than mere scissors, sharp blades made for fabric are a must (Fiskars, Gingher are go to brands)

  4. Seam ripper - the tool you hate to love

  5. Measuring Tape - needed to take accurate body measurements

  6. Fabric markers - chalk or heat sensitive markers are needed to transfer markings

  7. Pins or clips - holds the fabric together before sewing

  8. Pattern weights or pins - or anything heavy to weigh down your pattern pieces on your fabric

See my amazon list here

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