I used to sew clothes for myself and later for my girls. I seem to remember on the back of a pattern there was listed under Notions all the different things needed for the project; for instance, 22 in. zipper, hemming lace, buttons, etc. These were items used in this project. Not your constant items you always have such as sissors, measuring tape, etc. I don't remember whether thread was listed but I would consider it a notion.