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sewing box - HELP!
I am putting together some sewing boxes for a few of the 20-30 somethings on
my list. It seems there's always talk among my sons group that finding a needle to sew on a button or make a quick fix is a problem. I have some of those little metal lunch boxes and I'm going to put the stuff in those. I think I have a pretty good list for contents but I'd like input from the group, incase I forgot something and any good ideas I didn't think of. This is just for quick fix/mends and such. Your idea lists would be appreciated. Some of the things I have so far: packets of assorted buttons Stitch Witch tape assorted threads (what colors?) packets of needles safety pins thimble assorted elastic small scissors that plastic thingy use to fish/pull elastic Any additions you can think of? Val |
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Valkyrie wrote:
I am putting together some sewing boxes for a few of the 20-30 somethings on my list. assorted threads (what colors?) black, red, medium blue, white, medium green, medium orange or a yellow liz young |
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gray too
used to be a special type of safety pin that had a little sort of bump in it that would work in holding a button on temporarliy. They are handy. Clothilde used to sell something called rescue tape that was handy too. nice gift idea. Taria Elizabeth Young wrote: Valkyrie wrote: I am putting together some sewing boxes for a few of the 20-30 somethings on my list. assorted threads (what colors?) black, red, medium blue, white, medium green, medium orange or a yellow liz young |
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iron on patchs
Masha On Wed, 15 Dec 2004 16:55:09 GMT, taria wrote: gray too used to be a special type of safety pin that had a little sort of bump in it that would work in holding a button on temporarliy. They are handy. Clothilde used to sell something called rescue tape that was handy too. nice gift idea. Taria Elizabeth Young wrote: Valkyrie wrote: I am putting together some sewing boxes for a few of the 20-30 somethings on my list. assorted threads (what colors?) black, red, medium blue, white, medium green, medium orange or a yellow liz young |
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Elizabeth Young wrote:
Valkyrie wrote: I am putting together some sewing boxes for a few of the 20-30 somethings on my list. assorted threads (what colors?) black, red, medium blue, white, medium green, medium orange or a yellow liz young gray, tan, brown too. I think someone mentioned iron on patches too. Maybe a needle threader too? And some assorted colors (optional, of course) stick-on Velcro bits. ~handmaiden |
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On Wed, 15 Dec 2004 08:00:02 -0800, "Valkyrie"
wrote: assorted threads (what colors?) Black, white, mid-grey or khaki thread - this is only for short-term repairs, not for making. Strong button thread. Carpet thread (Barbour's linen, or similar) Needle threader Spring stopper toggle for anorak cords. Couple of D rings / split rings -- hander for repairing bag straps. Tube of seam proofer (If they're an outdoor walker sort of person) |
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a stitch ripper would be helpful.
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Valkyrie wrote:
I am putting together some sewing boxes for a few of the 20-30 somethings on my list. It seems there's always talk among my sons group that finding a needle to sew on a button or make a quick fix is a problem. I have some of those little metal lunch boxes and I'm going to put the stuff in those. I think I have a pretty good list for contents but I'd like input from the group, incase I forgot something and any good ideas I didn't think of. This is just for quick fix/mends and such. Your idea lists would be appreciated. Some of the things I have so far: packets of assorted buttons Stitch Witch tape assorted threads (what colors?) packets of needles safety pins thimble assorted elastic small scissors that plastic thingy use to fish/pull elastic Any additions you can think of? Val I'd use crewel needles because they have large eyes for easy threading. What about a bit of iron-on interfacing for weird on-the-go repairs (a male friend of mine is a clown and his costumes are almost completely lined with I-O I'facing where he's done tumbling and ripped the fabric, then repaired it!) =:-0 Also, what about a sheet of 'Tips for the Unsewist'? We could all contribute and you could type them up to duplicate for each kit. For example: *Always* take the time to repair holes in socks and knitted T-shirts - they'll get a lot bigger in no time at all! Use pins to hold the edges together: it's much more efficient and a lot quicker in the end. Make your stitches as small and even as you can: you'll get a better mend and it will be less noticeable. When sewing on buttons, make sure you sew at least six stitches into each hole or you risk the button falling off again. When using an iron-on fixer, *test* the iron's heat on an inconspicuous piece of the fabric (eg, inside seam allowance). You need to have your iron as hot as the fabric can stand, but not so hot it will melt. Do not use safety pins to repair a split crotch seam! Common sense should tell you why! An ordinary office stapler can tack up a trouser hem at a pinch. If you don't get around to repairing it correctly, however, the staples will eventually rip holes in all your socks. The best way to repair a split seam is to sew it again (ie along the seam line). The best way to repair a hole is to patch it. You can do this easily by ironing on a bit of interfacing on the inside. Or, you might pull off the pocket to make a patch in a pinch. -- Trish {|:-} Newcastle, NSW, Australia |
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On Wed, 15 Dec 2004 20:28:34 +0000, Andy Dingley
calmly ranted: On Wed, 15 Dec 2004 08:00:02 -0800, "Valkyrie" wrote: assorted threads (what colors?) Black, white, mid-grey or khaki thread - this is only for short-term repairs, not for making. Strong button thread. Carpet thread (Barbour's linen, or similar) Needle threader Spring stopper toggle for anorak cords. Couple of D rings / split rings -- hander for repairing bag straps. Tube of seam proofer (If they're an outdoor walker sort of person) Add a package of large needles (a sailcloth needle set is less than a buck at Walmart), a seam ripper, and a better pair of scissors which _are_to_remain_in_the_kit_,_period_! P.S: Hi, Andy. Fancy seeing you over here, too. I picked up a Consew 210 this past week and it's heavy duty. It'll work fine for my glare guards and anything else I put to it. $300 for the machine, table motor, lamp, extra bobbins, binding adapter, some extra feet, and delivered all set up for me here at the house. I love old iron. -- "Most Folks Are As Happy As They Make Up Their Minds To Be" -Abraham Lincoln ----------------------------------------------------------- www.diversify.com - Happy Website Development |
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I just asked my DS what he thought would be necessary, he said your list
sounds great. His selection of thread is: navy, dark gray, tan, khaki, brown for slacks and white, off white, blue and lt gray for shirts. Then he asked if he was receiving himself. I told him I'll give it some thought. Maybe I could copy your idea since his job requires he travel about 55-65% of the time. Emily |
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