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| Gadgets |
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There are so
many little extras that can make your stitching more enjoyable.
Here a a few of my favorites. Just click on the item to go
directly there. I've included a picture where possible.
Any suggestions
you have should be posted in the Discussion section or sent to
me at mail@infostitch.com
and I'd be pleased to add them here.
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| Etui
Box |
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Etui
Boxes (Victorian needle boxes) are both useful and
decorative. When you remove the lid, the sides fall
displaying the contents. They usually have a central
compartment for a thimble or other tiny objects, padded sides
for your needles and are large enough to store needlework
scissors. They can be purchased either finished or as kits
(letting you choose your own fabric). I buy my kits from
from Charted Imagery: chartedx@internorth.com
(picture)
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| Frames |
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Frames are
used to keep a piece from becoming distorted while stitching.
There are various types available, but I prefer a rolling
frame, where the canvas is attached on two sides. These
frames can be easily assembled and disassembled for traveling
and can be mounted on a lap or floor stand for working at
home. They do have the disadvantage that only a portion
of the piece is in view. This is also an advantage as the
working surface is smaller than the complete piece. (picture) |
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| Lights |
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certainly need good light to stitch, so a good light in the
evening is essential. I use a small folding
Ott-Lite that provides almost natural lighting. They have a
website www.ott-lite.com
but are available in many stitching stores. |
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| Magnets |
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This is
possibly the most useful thing I've found - a pair of magnets
which sit on either side of my canvas and hold my needle while
I'm not using it. I just toss the needle in the general
direction of the magnet and it's there when I need it. I haven't
misplaced a needle in ages. (picture)
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| Needle
Cases |
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Needle cases
come in a variety of styles and materials. Traditionally
made of wood, bone or ivory, they have been used by stitchers
for hundreds of years. |
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| Needle
Grabbers |
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Everyone's had
that frustrating experience of not being able to easily draw
your yarn through the canvas. Needle Grabbers are the
perfect thing for these times. They're little circles of
textured rubber that firmly hold your needle to pull it through
any thickly stitched area or heavy fabric. Available at your
local needlework store. (picture)
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