Essential Sewing Materials
- Scissors (fabric and paper)
- Tape Measure
- Sewing machine
- Needles (hand and machine)
- Pins and pincushion
- Seam ripper
- Thread (assorted colors)
- Thimble
- Iron and ironing board
- Fabric marking tools (chalk, disappearing ink pen)
Fabric
- Cotton
- Linen
- Silk
- Wool
- Denim
- Rayon
- Polyester
- Knits
- Velvet
- Organza
Notions
- Elastic
- Zippers
- Buttons
- Hook and loop tape (Velcro)
- Ribbons and trims
- Bias tape
- Snaps
- Eyelets
- Buckles
- Seam binding
Pattern Making Tools
- Pattern paper
- Rulers (straight and curved)
- French curve
- Pattern weights
- Tracing wheel
- Awl
Extras
- Sewing box or storage containers
- Sewing reference books or guides
- Extra machine needles
- Thimble ring
- Pincushion wristband
- Sewing machine cover
- Presser feet (various types)
This looks so helpful! #handy Great! #letsshop
Anna Yann: Looks like the perfect starting place! Let’s get sewing! #easytouse
This list is just what I need to get started – all the basics in one place! #excitedtostartsewing
I’m so excited to get started! #wheresthefabric @AnnaYann
Definitely the best starting point! #readytogosew