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Notions
Notions are a very important part of
quilting. What would we do without these items that makes our lives so
much easier. The products on this page are all items that I have used for many,
many years, both as a professional quilter and as a professional seamstress.
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NEW PRODUCT!
Quilting Straight Pins
These are the
pins I use for pinning my quilts to my quilting machine. They are 1
3/4 inches long, strong and easy to use. I also use them when I
piece quilts. These pins should be in every quilting room!
250 pins per package
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Crystal Glass Head Pins
These are GREAT pins for piecing. They are thin,
smooth and sharp and come in a great container. These are my "pins
of choice" when I am piecing, especially precision piecing.
Length - 1 3/8 inches
200 pins
per package.
Color of glass head may be different than photo.
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Crystal Glass Head
Pins
Longer Length
These are the same pins as above EXCEPT
they are longer.
Length - 1 7/8 inches
180 pins per package
Color of glass head may be different than in photo.
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Bobbin Saver
This
handy notion holds bobbins of all sizes including Size L, Size M and
home sewing machine bobbins. The bobbins nestle securely
inside of the soft plastic curved edges. I have two of these on my
quilting table at all times! Holds over 20 bobbins!
Your choice of Lavender or Red
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NEW PRODUCT!
EZ Snips
This is THE BEST product I have found to cut my
threads as I am quilting. The curved blade lets me get REAL
close to the quilt top fabric without cutting it. Just squeeze the
handle the the blades cut the threads. No need to put your fingers
in "regular" scissors. This saves time and energy making your
quilting more efficient. I have been using these snips for years!
I like this seam ripper
because of it's thin blade. I use it to cut the threads when I have
to "frog-stitch" on my quilts.
To view a video tutorial of how to Frog Stitch Click Here
NEW PRODUCT!
Hemostat
This is my favorite and most versatile tool! I use
it as a tweezer to pull out threads and when it is "locked" you can
clamp threads in it's jaws and pull with a fair amount of force. I
LOVE this tool! I have even used it to help put new needles into my
machine! You will find many other uses for it around the house too!
This tool is about 5 inches long.
To view a video with this product
in action Click
Here
Thread Nets
Many threads,
especially high-sheen
polyester thread, are very slippery and will sometimes "fall off"
the cone and twist around the spindle. The thread net keeps a
gentle pressure on the cone of thread to keep the thread in place as
it is used. The thread nets are flexible, can be cut to size and
can be used on any kind of thread. Each package contains four
thread nets.
Amazing
Tape
The most durable, reusable, versatile tape.
This tape holds securely by sticking to itself. Neatly wraps thread
spools, ribbon, and wrapping paper tubes; keeps fabric organized and
boxes securely closed; and makes repairs-indoors or out. You can
write on it too! Amazing Tape comes on a roll which is 2 inches x 50
feet.
$15.95 per roll
Sewers Aide
This easy-to-use thread lubricant is what I use when I have thread
breakage. Sometimes the thread may become "brittle" or "dried
out". This may happen if you live in a dry climate or during
the winter when the heat is on. Place a few "lines" of Sewers
Aide the length of the cone or spool of thread, let it sit for a few
minutes and your problems will be significantly reduced. This
product is a MUST for any quilter.
$4.79
per bottle
Mark Be Gone This pen is water soluble and is my
favorite marking tool. I use this marker to mark the grid
lines for my Sashiko work and to make registration lines on the
quilts (including my customer's quilts) that I work on. I have
used this marker for years with no problems. It is a great fabric
marker for lighter fabrics. The blue marks disappear with a
light "spritz" of water from a spray bottle.
$4.50 per marker
Fray Check and
Applicator Bottle I have been a longarm quilter for over 11 years
and I have always used a small dab of Fray Check on my starts and
stops. Before I was a longarm quilter, I was a professional
seamstress and I used Fray Check on virtually all the garments I
made. I have had NO problems with Fray Check on any fabric on which
I have used it.
$3.75 Fray
Check
I have found that if I put my Fray Check in this
small, Needle Nose Applicator Bottle, I get a very small dab of Fray
Check EXACTLY where I want it.
$5.75 Needle Nose Applicator Bottle
Temporary Spray Baste When using templates on the longarm machine, they have
a tendency to slip slightly creating an uneven stitching line. I found that by
applying a small amount of Quilt Basting Spray on the back (etched side)
of the templates prevents this slippage.
I also like to put a "shot" of spray adhesive between the quilt
top and the batting along the border edges of the quilt. This holds the
border edges of the quilt in place and I don't have to stitch down the raw edges
of the sides of the quilt, eliminating the chance of pleats and puckers in the
side borders.
Due to postal regulations, this product is shipped separately via ground delivery.
Allow extra time for delivery. This product can be shipped to US addresses
only.
$13.99 per can
Chalk O Liner
This is my favorite making tool. It looks like a
tube of lipstick, but it makes a very fine line of chalk. I use the white
chalk on dark fabrics (I replace the chalk with Miracle Chalk). This is a
great way to mark fine registration lines. This is a MUST HAVE when
working with the Sashiko Templates.
$7.00 each
Miracle
Chalk Powder
2 oz bag
The only chalk that vanishes like a ghost when
the quilter wants it to go.
* Formulated for fabrics
* LESS airborne chalk particles
* No chalk bounce when sewing
* Marks removed with the swipe of
a steam iron
* Mark a quilt BEFORE loading on long
or short arm
* Stays on the fabric until removed
with steam iron for great visibility
$7.95
per bag
Miracle Chalk Marking System
Everything you need to create your marking miracle *
Miracle Chalk
*
Pounce Pad
$15 per set
Miracle Chalk Marking Kit
Everything you need to create you own marking miracle * Miracle Chalk
* Pounce Pad
* 3 Miracle Markers
$19.50
per set
Miracle Chalk Chubby Crayon
Everything
you love about Miracle Chalk but in a convenient crayon! Marks easily on
fabric and removes completely with steam.
$10 each
Pounce Pad and Blue Chalk
When used with stencils, this is the fastest way to mark a
quilt. The blue chalk is non toxic and does not stain the fabric.
$12.00 each
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