Posted by melissa s. on 2004-08-02 14:31:20
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i make handbags, so maybe i can help a bit.
sewing machine
fabric
interfacing
trims
assorted threads
assorted sewing machine needles
tons of pins
marking tools (chalk, transfer pencils, transfer pens)
flat scissors
needle tip scissors
seam measurer
ruler
rotary cutter
cutting mat
sewing machine zipper foot
sewing machine buttonhole foot
zippers
buttons
it could go on and on forever really, depending on how varied your projects are. but this is the basic stuff i can think of, as being absolute neccessity.
hope it helps.
Posted by audra on 2005-10-01 23:46:47
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We have used contact paper (the clear kind) and two layers of thin weight clear vinyl. The vinyl is kind of a pain to sew, because once you get four pieces together to have to sew through, it can kill your sewing machine needles.