What is one of the handiest little tools you have in your sewing room?

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12-07-2010, 06:59 PM

#111

donnalynett

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Originally Posted by SuziC

Mine is an extra long tweezers that i use to thread the needle on my machine..saves my eyesight :!:

My favorite and most used also! Donna

12-07-2010, 07:08 PM

#112

sewbizgirl

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A straight edge razor blade or two... The are the best for taking out a stitched seam. You can cut open a buttonhole with them, too.

12-07-2010, 07:33 PM

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madamekelly

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Originally Posted by carhop

i think i am going to raid my DH tool box and get his magnet on a stick i am always droping pins

No! No! Tell him you want one. What other gift will he ever be able to buy you in a 'cool' place like the parts store? I'm thinking stocking stuffer here. :thumbup:

12-07-2010, 08:22 PM

#114

glenda5253

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Originally Posted by nhweaver

I have a cookbook holder mounted on the wall behind my sewing machine to keep the book/pattern off my sewing space. I can look up and see where to set the pieces, I love it.
I have asked for another one to mount behind my cutting table.

I can't picture any cookbook holder I've seen mounted on a wall. :idea: But the theory of having your pattern off your table or desk and referring to it without hunting for it under the fabric is a good one. :shock: :-(

12-07-2010, 08:28 PM

#115

rob529

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Do you actually use it for a sewing tool or on the bottle of wine?

12-07-2010, 08:35 PM

#116

rob529

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So glad to hear how you tackle your health issues. I am 54 and dealing with rheumatoid arthritis. My love is hand applique and I find the days I don't do needle work, my hands are hard to deal with. Quilting is so good for the soul.

12-07-2010, 08:38 PM

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rob529

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At a quilt show I saw one of those nifty magnets on a stick and the one they had also had a light on the end.

12-07-2010, 09:08 PM

#118

kwiltkrazy

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MKelly the little girl in your avatar is adorable. She looks like she is plotting some mischief.

12-07-2010, 09:16 PM

#119

penski

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my handiest tool is my cheater needle it is great for hiding stitches and thread when i free motion quilt at the beginning and end, also i pretty bowl sitting next to my machine, it holds all the candy and gum i need to munch on while quilting !!!!