Sewing, Fashion & Textiles Kits

Sewing Basics

• Beginner sewing machine: Reliable, simple, easy to thread. - View on Amazon
• Fabric scissors: Only for fabric, never paper.
• Rotary cutter and mat: Fast, straight cuts.
• Pins and pin cushion: Hold it before you sew it.
• Seam ripper: Everyone needs one.
• Measuring tape: Measure twice.

The free sewing basics course

Patterns & Dressmaking

• Pattern paper roll: Draft and trace patterns.
• French curve ruler set: Necklines and armholes.
• Dress form: Fit as you sew.

The free patterns & dressmaking course

Alterations & Upcycling

• Seam ripper: Undo before you redo.
• Hem gauge: Even hems every time.
• Iron and pressing ham: Pressing makes it look professional.
• Tailor's chalk: Mark alterations clearly.

The free alterations & upcycling course

Quilting & Bags

• Rotary cutter: Accurate quilt pieces.
• Quilting ruler: Square cuts every time.
• Fat quarter bundle: Coordinated fabrics.

The free quilting & bags course

Crochet

• Ergonomic crochet hook set: Comfortable for long sessions.
• Cotton yarn pack: Shows stitches clearly.
• Stitch markers: Never lose your place.
• Polyfill stuffing: For amigurumi.
• Safety eyes: For toys that sell.

The free crochet course

Knitting

• Interchangeable needle set: Every size in one case.
• Worsted wool yarn: Easy to see and knit.
• Row counter: Keep track of patterns.

The free knitting course

Embroidery & Weaving

• Embroidery hoop set: Keep fabric taut.
• Embroidery floss pack: Every colour.
• Punch needle kit: Fast, textured designs.

The free embroidery & weaving course

Leatherwork

• Leathercraft starter kit: Punches, needles, thread and edge tools.
• Vegetable-tanned leather: The leather for tooling and wallets.
• Stitching chisels: Even holes for saddle stitching.
• Cutting mat: Protects blades and tables.

The free leatherwork course

Screen Printing & Dyeing

• Screen printing kit: Screens, squeegee and emulsion.
• Fabric screen ink: Durable prints.

The free screen printing & dyeing course

Books

1. The Sewing Book by Alison Smith - View on Amazon
2. Sewing For Dummies by Jan Saunders Maresh - View on Amazon
3. Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing by Reader's Digest Association - View on Amazon
4. Sew Everything Workshop by Diana Rupp - View on Amazon
5. Patternmaking for Fashion Design by Helen Joseph Armstrong - View on Amazon
6. The Dressmaker's Handbook of Couture Sewing Techniques by Lynda Maynard - View on Amazon
7. Make, Thrift, Mend by Katrina Rodabaugh - View on Amazon
8. Mending Matters by Katrina Rodabaugh - View on Amazon
9. Quilting For Dummies by Cheryl Fall - View on Amazon
10. The Crochet Stitch Bible by Betty Barnden - View on Amazon
11. Crochet for Dummies by Susan Brittain - View on Amazon
12. Amigurumi World by Ana Paula Rimoli - View on Amazon
13. Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary by Dora Ohrenstein - View on Amazon
14. Stitch 'n Bitch by Debbie Stoller - View on Amazon
15. The Knitter's Handy Book of Patterns by Ann Budd - View on Amazon
16. Knitting For Dummies by Pam Allen - View on Amazon
17. Vogue Knitting by Vogue Knitting magazine - View on Amazon
18. Embroidery Companion by Alicia Paulson - View on Amazon
19. The Leatherworking Handbook by Valerie Michael - View on Amazon
20. Print Liberation by Nick Paparone - View on Amazon
21. How to Print T-Shirts for Fun and Profit by Scott O. Fresener - View on Amazon
22. Dress pattern designing by Natalie Bray - View on Amazon
23. Patterns of fashion by Janet Arnold - View on Amazon
24. 201 Crochet Motifs, Blocks, Projects, and Ideas by Melody Griffiths - View on Amazon