Every quilter has their 'must have' tools, their iron, their scissors, rulers and such. However for me it doesn't just stop there.
Over my years of quilting, I have come across a considerable number of small accessories and tools that would simply make quilting so much time consuming without them. The funny part is they aren't even huge things, just little things here and there that save me a minute or two at a time.
Chaco Liners
Chaco liners look a lot like permanent markers, however they are quite different. Instead of permanently marking your fabric, these liners have a powder type tip that is intended to leave a mark, though not permanently.
Over my years of quilting, I have come across a considerable number of small accessories and tools that would simply make quilting so much time consuming without them. The funny part is they aren't even huge things, just little things here and there that save me a minute or two at a time.
Chaco Liners
Chaco liners look a lot like permanent markers, however they are quite different. Instead of permanently marking your fabric, these liners have a powder type tip that is intended to leave a mark, though not permanently.
The basic concept behind these is you can mark out the measurements as required and then when its no longer required, clean it off simply. Ideal for any person working on a custom quilt pattern or patchwork quilt.
They are also refillable, so when you finish one, you can just unscrew the cartridge and replace it with a fresh one.
Thread Rack
This is a superb simple to use device that has saved me numerous minutes searching for the right thread. This is a rack divided up into a grid. Where each grid meets is a little dowl that sticks out, which you can put a spool of thread on.
I have arranged mine in a rainbow colour order so I can quickly find the colour thread I need and begin stitching. No more rumaging around your stitching box for the right colour spool.
You may get ones that stand vertically and have a roatating base to help you choose your threads, similar to a greeting card rack.
5 in 1 Sliding Gauge
This looks similar to one of those T-squares your teacher used in maths class. The difference is this one has an adjustable slider.
It is a real wonder tool and is ideal for marking out button holes, seam allowances and hem length, just to name a few!
Its these small things that assist me in saving minutes here and there. These minutes then start turning into hours and soon you will find you can't live without them either!
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They are also refillable, so when you finish one, you can just unscrew the cartridge and replace it with a fresh one.
Thread Rack
This is a superb simple to use device that has saved me numerous minutes searching for the right thread. This is a rack divided up into a grid. Where each grid meets is a little dowl that sticks out, which you can put a spool of thread on.
I have arranged mine in a rainbow colour order so I can quickly find the colour thread I need and begin stitching. No more rumaging around your stitching box for the right colour spool.
You may get ones that stand vertically and have a roatating base to help you choose your threads, similar to a greeting card rack.
5 in 1 Sliding Gauge
This looks similar to one of those T-squares your teacher used in maths class. The difference is this one has an adjustable slider.
It is a real wonder tool and is ideal for marking out button holes, seam allowances and hem length, just to name a few!
Its these small things that assist me in saving minutes here and there. These minutes then start turning into hours and soon you will find you can't live without them either!
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I have arranged mine in a rainbow colour order so I can quickly find the colour thread I need and begin stitching. No more rumaging around your stitching box for the right colour spool.
You may get ones that stand vertically and have a roatating base to help you choose your threads, similar to a greeting card rack.
5 in 1 Sliding Gauge
This looks similar to one of those T-squares your teacher used in maths class. The difference is this one has an adjustable slider.
It is a real wonder tool and is ideal for marking out button holes, seam allowances and hem length, just to name a few!
Its these small things that assist me in saving minutes here and there. These minutes then start turning into hours and soon you will find you can't live without them either!
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You may get ones that stand vertically and have a roatating base to help you choose your threads, similar to a greeting card rack.
5 in 1 Sliding Gauge
This looks similar to one of those T-squares your teacher used in maths class. The difference is this one has an adjustable slider.
It is a real wonder tool and is ideal for marking out button holes, seam allowances and hem length, just to name a few!
Its these small things that assist me in saving minutes here and there. These minutes then start turning into hours and soon you will find you can't live without them either!
About the Author:
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