Sewing Starter Kit

Ready to sew at home?

Here are the tools and supplies we recommend to help students practice what they learn at The Sewing Bar.

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Sewing Machines

We recommend a computerized or mechanical sewing machine with a top-loading bobbin, as they're easier for beginners to use.

We recommend avoiding: "Mini," "portable," or "kids" sewing machines

Our students learn on both Brother and Singer computerized sewing machines.

Recommended places to shop:

  • Brother or Singer Direct Websites

    Amazon

  • Walmart

  • Facebook Marketplace (used machines)

Recommended machine links:

https://www.singer.com/products/singer-m1150-mendingmachine

https://a.co/d/aTD1eAX

https://a.co/d/emzVBVS

https://a.co/d/9ePnPFr

https://a.co/d/84nCt86 *Includes embroidery*

    • Seam ripper

    • Sewing clips

    • Glass-head pins

    • Safety pins (large and small)

    • Fabric marking pens or tailor's chalk (heat-erasable pens are our favorite!)

    • Iron or mini heat press

    • Ironing board or pressing mat

    • Replacement sewing machine needles (Schmetz brand recommended)

    • Fabric scissors (Fiskars or other high-quality brands)

    • Paper scissors

    • Thread scissors or mini scissors

    • Rotary cutter

    • Replacement rotary blades

    • Large self-healing cutting mat

    • 6" × 24" quilting ruler

    • Flexible measuring tape

    • Hand sewing needle assortment

    • Quality all-purpose thread (we recommend Coats & Clark Dual Duty)

    • Polyester thread (Gutermann brand)

    Good quality thread makes a huge difference and helps prevent constant thread breakage.

  • This can be overwhelming! These 3 are the most common in projects.

    • Medium-weight fusible interfacing

    • Fusible fleece

    • Polyester or cotton quilt batting

    • Polyester Stuffing

Favorite Fabric Stores Include:

  • knitfabrics.com

  • Mood Fabrics

  • Fabric Wholesale Direct

  • Blue Moon Fabrics

  • Spoonflower

  • Fashion Fabrics Club

  • Pico Textiles

  • Online Fabric Store

  • Hobby Lobby

  • Michaels online

Fun Extras

  • Zippers

  • Buttons

  • Iron-on patches

  • Ricrac

  • Lace

  • Decorative trims

  • Specialty presser feet

Our Tip 💗

You do not need to purchase everything at once! Start with a good sewing machine and a few basic tools, then build your sewing kit as you learn new techniques and projects at The Sewing Bar.

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