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Old 06-05-2014, 05:19 AM
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ManiacQuilter2
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Originally Posted by charsuewilson
I've traveled with hexies, although not on a plane.P Even though the airlines supposedly have relaxed the rules, I'd be afraid to travel with sewing scissors, afraid of losing them. I'd travel with one of the Clover pendants on a necklace. That should work.

Packing a large sewing basket into a carry-on bag seems excessive. I have a small over the arm sewing kit with a pin cushion in the center and two pockets which have thread, needles, and usually scissors. It looks about 1/4 the size of your sewing box. I would also consider putting the sewing stuff into zip-loc bags for flying. They can be crushed down and packed into limited space.
I agree that the sewing basket might be a little to big for you to take with you. Find something smaller and stick with just your basic "needs", not wants. Not sure about the straight pins. Haven't flown in almost 20 years.

Lafpeaches, I would suggest 1" size. Hex are measure by the length of the side. I end up cutting the fabric using 2.5" strips.
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