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Sewing and Quilting Accessories

Save money and time by using these helpful tools for marking, pressing, threading your needles and more!

desk needle threader
Desk Needle Threader

by Clover
The Big Eye
The Big "Eye"

Needle Threader
OR Bead Threader
Lighted Seam Ripper and Needle Threader
Lighted Seam Ripper and Needle Threader
Flat Head Pins
Flat Flower Head Pins

50 Count, 2" Long
Thead Heaven
Thread Heaven
Thr
ead Conditioner & Protectant

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Desk Needle Threader

 

Desk Needle Threader
For sewing and patchwork needles

by Clover

You can thread thick and fine needles with the push of one button

Item Code: CL4095
Weight: 0.30 lb
10%: $13.45
MSRP: $14.95
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The Big Eye

 

The Big "Eye"
For ease in threading small eyed needles

This handy tool makes threading just about anything a snap. Essentially, the "eye" of a needle, you can use it to thread yarns through beads or thread through needles, as small as a size 8. In addition, these threaders work wonders with elastic thread!

How does this work? Use your finger nail or another needle to pry open your needle, so it makes a gap. Then, with the gap opened wide, you can insert your thread, just like you would through an "eye" of a regular needle! Once it is looped, put either end through the "eye" of the needle you desire to thread, and pull.

Item Code: N001
Weight: 0.2 lbs
10% off: $1.17
MSRP: $1.30

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Thread Heaven

Thread Heaven
Thread Conditioner and Protectant

by Adam Beadworks
Item Code: 03QHB
Weight: 0.20 lb
10% off: $2.93
MSRP: $3.25
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Use Thread Heaven for Quilting, Beading, Embroidery, Cross Stitch, Fly Tying, Hand and Machine Sewing and More!

  • Thread Heaven is the only product created specifically to treat thread
  • Thread Heaven extends the lifetime of thread and finished product
  • Unlike wax, Thread Heaven does not melt or freeze.
  • Thread Heaven protects against UV rays, mold or mildew.
  • Thread Heaven is the only product that uses static electricity to reduce tangling and knotting.
  • Thread Heaven is both acid free and non-toxic.
  • Thread Heaven reduces the friction known as thread drag.
  • Thread Heaven can be laundered and ironed without staining or marking thread or fabric.
  • Thread Heaven has been extensively tested for use on all types of thread or fabric.
  • Thread Heaven is designed for machine as well as hand sewing.
  • Unlike wax, Thread Heaven will not break down.
  • By reducing friction, Thread Heaven reduces hand and wrist fatigue.
  • Thread Heaven is the best product available for reducing tangling and fraying.

How to use Thread Heaven:

For Hand Sewing

  1. Press thread into Thread Heaven, draw across.
  2. Pull between fingers to remove excess and straighten thread.
  3. Repeat as necessary to prevent fraying and tangling.

For Machine Sewing

  1. Lower thread needle into Thread Heaven. Pick up enough to fill the needle eye, thread will be coated as it passes through the needle.
  2. Repeat when supply in the needle eye has been used.

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Lighted Seam Ripper and Needle Threader

Item Code: nsr318
Weight: 0.2 lb
Our Price: $5.40
MSRP: $6.00
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Lighted Seam Ripper and Needle Threader

A must have for all quilters! Lighted Seam Ripper and Needle Threader is a 2-in-1 tool that is convenient to carry and handy to have around.

Comes with flashlight and two clear plastic accessories that fit over the end of the flashlight

Note: Flash light requires 2 AAA batteries- not included

  • Position cone over flashlight end and press down until secure. When you click on the flashlight (on/off switch at opposite end of flashlight) the light shines through the clear plastic cone and makes it easy to thread needles or remove stitches from dark fabrics.

  • To use the needle threader, insert the wire loop though the eye of the needle. Put the thread though the wire loop. Pull the wire loop and thread back though the eyes of the needle.

  • To remove the stitches, insert the long prong under the stitch or between the seam. Cut the thread, taking care not to cut the fabric.

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Flat Flower Head Pins

  • Holds multiple fabric layers flat under ruler while rotary cutting.
  • Plastic heads will not melt.
  • Extra long pins.

Flat Flower Head Pins
75 Pack

  • 2" Long
  • Size 32
  • Nickel Plated Steel

Mfg: EZ Quilting
Item Code: N1FL
Weight: 0.10 lb
10% off: $2.34
MSRP: $2.60
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Sewing by Hand or Machine Accessories:

Helpful for Appliqué

Non-Slip Finger
Non-Slip Finger

by Clover
Fabric Folding Pen
Fabric Folding Pen

by Clover

Finger Presser

by Clover
Beige or Blue
Thera-Glove
Thera-Glove
Single OR Pair

Thread Heaven
Thread Conditioner & Protectant

Hand Sewing, Appliqué, Beading & Quilting Accessories

Pins, Needles, Needle Threaders & Thread Conditioner

30% less Friction
Black Gold Needles
Clover
Black Gold Needles
Quilting/Between
Appliqué/Sharps & Quilting

Thread Heaven
Thread Conditioner & Protectant

Flat Flower Head Pins

by Dritz
For Beading
The Big Eye
The Big "Eye"

Needle Threader
OR Bead Threader
desk needle threader
Desk Needle Threader

by Clover

Sewing Machine Accessories, Seam Guides & Helpful Notions

Organizers & Information about Bobbins

 
ArtBin Bobbin Box

ArtBin Sew-lutions
BobbinSaver
Bobbin Saver

Blue, Red OR Lavendar
Dura Tote Art Box
Dura Tote Art Box
very light weight
Rigid Sides & Easy to carrry
 Needles & Threads & Bobbins, Oh, My!
Needles & Threads & Bobbins, Oh, My
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A Quick Reference for Today's Quilter
by Nancy Goldsworthy
SideWinder
SideWinder™

Portable Bobbin Winder
Stack 'n Store
Stack 'n Store
Bobbin Tower
 

Sewing Machine Feet

FAQ: Invisible Machine Appliqué, Quilt binding, and Cathedral Windows using Adjustable Zipper Foot by Sharla R. Hicks

Zipper foot
Adjustable Rigid
Zipper Foot
Great for Invisible Machine Applique, Binding & Cathedral Windows
Zipper foot
Adjustable Flex
Zipper Foot
Great for Invisible Machine Applique, Binding & Cathedral Windows
Curve Master
Curve Master
Presser Foot
 

Sewing Machine Accessories


Magnistitch

Attach directly to sewing machine
Schmetz Needle package
Schmetz Needles

every style and size
SideWinder
SideWinder™

Portable Bobbin Winder
 

Seam Rippers

Clover Seam Ripper
Clover Seam Ripper
Woodgrain Handle
Cover Seam Ripper
Clover Seam Ripper
Large White Handle
Gingher Seam Ripper
Gingher Seam Ripper
w/Retractable Blade
 

1/4" Seam Guides for Sewing Machine

 

Qtools Sewing Edge
Qtools Sewing Edge
Repositionable Vinyl creates edge for Perfect Scant 1/4" Seam Allowance

Point Trimmer
Perfect Piecing Seam Guide
Perfect Scant 1/4" Seams


Seams Sew Fast
Mfg: O'Lipfa
SixthFinger Stiletto
SixthFinger Stiletto

Mfg: Colonial Needle Co.

Gloves Helpful to Quilters for Hand &/or Sewing Machine Work

 

Beige or Blue
Thera-Glove
Thera-Glove
Single OR Pair

Quilter's Gloves
Machingers
Machingers
Quilting Grips
Quilting Grips

Helpful Sewing Machine Aides

Featherweight 221
Featherweight 221
The Perfect Portable
by Nancy Johnson-Srebo

Body Rite
Body Right
Body Rite™ Posture Please

Bendable Bright Light
Bendable Bright Light


Bracket Kit
Bracket Kit

For
Bendable Bright Light

 

Schmetz Needle package
Schmetz Needles

every style and size
Crafts on Wheels
Machine OR Craft on Wheels

ergonomic design for better back posture

Magnistitch

Attach directly to sewing machine
Supreme Free Motion Slider
Supreme Free-Motion Slider

LaPierre Studio LLC
SewSlip
SewSlip Slider
Schmetz Needle package
Schmetz Needles

every style and size

Frequently Asked Question

Frequently Asked Question

Metallic Thread and the SewingMachine:
Use for Embellishments and Quilting

by Sharla R. Hicks

Invisible Machine Appliqué, Quilt binding, and Cathedral Windows
using Adjustable Zipper Foot

by Sharla R. Hicks

Schmetz Needles
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Universal Speciality Machine Embroidery Metallic
Variety Combination Pack Quilting Needles Gold Titanium Embroidery Metallic Needle
Universal Needles 5 Pack Self-Threading (Handicap) Machine Embroidery Twin & Triple
Universal Needles 10 Pack Leather Needles Serger / Overlock Multiple styles & sizes
Ball Point & Stretch Topstitch Needles ELX705 Twin & Triple Needles
Stretch Needles Hemstitch Needles Overlock Needles Twin universal, stretch, hemstitch, jean, metallic, embrodiery, decorative
Ball Point Needles Microtex/Sharp Needles  
  Denim Needles  
  Double Eye Needles    
Pressing Tools, Irons, Accessories & Supplies

Finger Pressing
&
Helpful Finger Tools


Cool Fingers

Heat Resistant Finger Protector
Non-Slip Finger
Non-Slip Fingers

by Clover
No more Sticky Fingers
when doing templates
Easy Edge Applique Tool
Easy Edge
Applique Tool

great for Patchwork Seams too
Fabric Folding Pen
Fabric Folding Pen

by Clover

 

Finger Press by Clover
Finger Presser
SixthFinger Stiletto
SixthFinger Stiletto

Mfg: Colonial Needle Co.
Little Wooden Iron
Little Wooden Iron
Two Versions: Right or Left Handed

Irons & Iron Holders

Combo Mini Iron or Quilters Hobby Iron Holder
Combo Iron Holder
w/ Blue Ceramic Tile
Clover Mini Iron
Clover Mini Iron

& Mini Iron Holder
Rowenta
Compact Craft Iron
First Class
Compact Steam Iron
handle folds down
excellent for Craft & Travel

Hobbico Craft Iron
Hobbico Craft Iron
AKA
Quilter's Little Iron

Optional Sock Cover

Table Top Ironing Surfaces & Design Surface

Some with cutting mats

Fold Away
The FoldAway
3 sizes
by Omnigrid
Cut N Press by June Tailor
June Tailor Cut 'n Press

3 Sizes

Quilter's Creative Station  by June Tailor
Quilter's Creative Station

Cutting & Pressing Mat
by June Tailor

Fold or Roll
Fons & Porter Portable Ironing Pad
Fons & Porter™

Portable Ironing Pad for Pressing
 
Quilter's 3-Way Sandboard

by Collins
   

Pressing Sheets

Teflon aka Silcon

Bo-Nash
Bo-Nash Giant Non-Stick Ironing & Craft Sheet
Giant 12" x 18"
OR
Amazing 18" x 24"
Non-Stick
Ironing & Craft Sheet
Heavy Duty
Teflon® Impregnated Fiberglass
18" x 18"
Telfon Pressing Sheet
June Tailor
Teflon Pressing Sheet
   

Mary Ellen's I Hate Ironing & Best Press


Best Press has 6 Scents

unscented
citrus grove
cherry blossom
caribbean beach
lavendar fields
tea rose

Best Press Unscented
I Hate Ironing!
16 oz

6 OZ
6 scents
Best Press 6 oz
Best Press
16 oz
(6) Scents
Best Press  Caribbean Beach
Best Press
32 oz Refill
(6) Scents

Best Press 32 oz
Best Press Refill
Gallon Refill
(6) scents
Best Press gallon
Best Press Refill

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Needles for Hand & Sewing Machine

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Hand: Clover's Black Gold: 30% less friction
Quilting, Betweens, Sharps

Adhesives, Glues & Fusibles

Machine: Needles (Schmetz Machine Needles)
Adhesives, Glues, Sprays & Fusible Interfacing & Stabilizers

Organization Index

Embellishment Index

Organization, Totes, Storage
Beads & Charms Index

Paper Piecing Index

Embellishments Index Paper Piecing Products
Photo Transfer and Printer Fabric

Notions Index Q, R, S, T

Notions Index C & F, G

Quilt Care
Calendars: Current Year Retractable Clips
Color Tools Rotary Cutters
Circle Cutters Ruching Guides
C-shells Rulers, Templates & Cutting Guides
Fast Piecing Aides Scissors, Tweezers, Seam Rippers
Gifts for Quilters & Crafters Index Sewing by Hand & Quilting Accessories

Notions Index H, I, M

Sewing Machine Accessories
Hand Quilting & Piecing Accessories Stationary and Business Cards with Quilt logos
Health Aides & Magnifiers Stabilizers
Interfacing & Interfacing Panels Stencils & Templates
Irons and Ironing Aides

Threads, Yarns, Fibers & Ribbons Index
for Quilting, Sewing, Embroidery, Embellishment

Lights Trace, Design & View Tools
Magnifiers Wearables / Socks
Machine Quilting Accessories

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