Embroidery Accessories

Listed below are a few of the accessories we carry for fine hand embroidery.
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Needle Nest
by Collins
A purse size magnetic Needle Nest holds numerous needles intact for easy selection. See all your needles at a glance

$ 4.00

 

Vusion Light & Magnifier
by Mighty Bright
When you want to be precise and perfection counts! The first craft tool to give you 100% control of your light and magnification capabilities. The ultimate tool built specifically for crafters of all skill levels. The Vusion - a fusion of light and magnification.  Silver

  • Two uses in one - Light and Magnifier on two fully adjustable arms
  • Two long life Super LEDs as bright as six regular LEDs
  • 2X magnification power
  • Detachable magnetic SteadiBase for use as a free standing task light
  • Large clip fits onto larger projects and most hoops - including Q-Snap®
  • Special lenses over LEDs spread light evenly with no hot spots
  • Long life LEDs (100,000 hours) never need replacing
  • Light and lens arms recoil to a compact position for easy storage
  • Powered by AC or 3 AAA batteries
  • 3 AAA batteries included

$ 29.95

 

Thread Heaven

If you use thread, you should be using thread heaven conditioner. Can be used for both hand and machine sewing.  The way better than wax thread conditioner. Reduces hand fatigue. Prevents tangling & fraying. Doesn't melt. Hypo-allergenic. Acid free. Safe for all threads and fabrics.
 

$ 3.98

 

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Susan Bates
3" Embroidery Hoop & Frame

$ 2.50

 

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Susan Bates
4" Embroidery Hoop & Frame

$ 2.60

 

Susan Bates
4 1/2" x 9" Oval Embroidery Hoop & Frame

$3.75

 

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Ultimate Marking Pencil
Always sharp, washes out, consistent line width, thread covers pencil line, never smears, fits stencil openings.  .5mm super thin lead for fabric/comes with 12 refill leads

$ 5.75

 

Ultimate Marking Pencil II for Quilters & Crafters
.7mm Super-thin lead for fabric.  Stays sharp, washes out, never smears, consistent line width, fits stencil openings.

$ 6.25

 

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The Fine Line
Water erasable marking pen.  New pin-point tip marker that produces a very fine thin line, easily removed with plain water.

$ 4.60

 

Mark-B-Gone Marking Pen
Blue $4.
85 / White $6.25

Available in blue ink for light fabrics and white ink for darker fabrics.  For best results, use on washable fabrics.  Not recommended for dry clean only fabrics.
INSTRUCTIONS:

  • Always test marking pen on the fabric you are using to be sure marks will completely disappear.  Some fiber contents, fabric finishes or dyes (red and pink in particular) may not be suitable for use with this pen.
  • Mark fabric lightly.
  • To remove marks, rub gently with clean cloth moistened with plain water.
  • If marks reappear when fabric dries, repeat removal process.

NOTE:  Do not iron over marks or launder before completely removing with plain water.  Some laundry products containing sodium hydroxide or sodium carbonate may "set" marks if they are not completely removed before laundering.


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Retracto-Reel
Never misplace your scissors again! Clips to your blouse or chair.  Expands to 16"

$ 5.95

 

Snip-A-Stitch
by Havel
The most popular addition to the Havel's line of sewing scissors, the Snip-A-Stitch is the perfect scissors for removing a single stitch. The notched blade slides easily under a single thread and cuts quickly and cleanly. An easy squeeze action is ideal for arthritic hands and makes picking up simple. Great for all types of needlearts and embroidery! 4 1/2" in length.
 

$18.98

 

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Gingher Stork Embroidery Scissors
with Leather Sheath
These 3 1/2"embroidery scissors are used for thread cutting in sewing, embroidery & needlework.  The slim blades & needle sharp points are perfect for intricate work.   The gold-plated handles & nickel-plated blades pattern the shape of a stock

             $16.50

 

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Gingher 4" Embroidery Scissors
with Leather Sheath
These 4"embroidery scissors are used for thread cutting in sewing, embroidery & needlework.  The handle bows are fitted the a comfortable feel to the thumb and finger.  Both blades have sharp points.  Hot drop forged, fully chrome plated.

             $24.95

 

Gingher 4" Large Handle Embroidery Scissors
with Leather Sheath
Embroidery scissors with larger handles make intricate work easy. A slightly stronger frame is ideal for cutting one layer of fabric,  strands of embroidery threads, and lighter needlework yarn. Sharp points are great for snipping tight threads. These scissors have a  double-plated chrome over nickel finish and includes a leather sheath.

             $24.95

 

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Gingher 4" Pocket Scissors
These pocket scissors are used for cutting thread & yarn in needlework.  Excellent for trimming behind laces in heirloom sewing.  The points are blunt for safety & the ring style handle bows allow use in right or left hand.   Hot drop forged, fully chrome-plated

             $25.98

 

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Gingher Sharpening Stone with leather sheath
The Gingher sharpening stone is used for sharpening (honing) all knife edge scissors and shears

             $10.98

 

 

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Wendy Schoen Needle Portfolio
One package each of  #9&#10 Crewel,
#7 Between, #7 Long Darner,
#10,#11&#12 Sharps, & #26 Tapestry,
Needle Guide, 20 pg booklet on sizes & uses

$ 20.00

 

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Wendy Schoen Needle Portfolio #2
One package each of #7 Long Darners, #8, #9, & #12 Crewel, #11 Milliner, #10 Sharps, #24 Chenille & #28 Tapestry
Needle Guide, 20 pg booklet on sizes & uses

  $ 20.00

 

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Wendy Schoen's Individual Needle Packs

Crewels

#7:  Perfect for beginning shadow work. Also Smocking & Point de Paris stitch  12/pkg
#8:  Medium sized needle for those just beginning shadow work & a staple for smocking   12/pkg
#9:  Perfect for Point de Paris & Shadow work, stem, outline stitch, granito, backstitch & cutwork   12/pkg
#10:  Perfect for shadow work.  Hemstitch, satin stitch, stem or outline stitch, granito, backstitch & drawn thread work.    9/pkg
#12:  Perfect for all types of french hand sewing.  Roll & whip tiniest seams, most delicate of embroidery stitches & miniscule blindstitches.  9/pkg



$2.50

 

Sharps

#10: Perfect for Bullions, hems & general purposes.  Other uses include satin stitch, lazy daisy, granito & running stitch  12/pkg
#11:  This very pointed, round-eyed small-frame needle is excellent for maky tiny, tight bullions.  Satin stitch, whip stitch & blindstitch 12/pkg
#12:  The smallest sharps available.  Perfect for making tiny, tight bullions.   Whip stitch & blind stitch    9/pkg



$2.50

 

Betweens

#7:  Perfect for using Floche.   Other uses include quilting, patchwork, applique, running stitch & backstitch   12/pkg



$2.50

 

Darners

#7: This sturdy, long-eyed needle is ideally suited to picture smocking.  Other uses include crewel or tapestry embroideries, running stitch & other darning stitch embroideries    9/pkg
#7 Long:  The very long, sturdy, long-eyed needle is ideally suited to picture smocking.  Other uses incude running stitch & darning stitch embroideries 9/pkg



$2.50

 

Tapestry

#26:  This is the smallest tapestry needle available.  Perfect for Fil Tire, other uses include shadow work, Point de Paris & petit point.     6/pkg



$2.50

 

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Portable Ott-Lite
This sturdy table/wall TrueColor lamp simulates natural light for easy color matching-even at night. Produces cool light with adjustable light head that puts light where you need it & folds shut when not in use.   Includes one energy efficient 13 watt bulb with an average life of 10,000 hours.

           $79.95

 

 

MagEyes
The perfect magnifier-helps you see every detail in sharp focus.  Comfortable lightweight cushioned headband fits like a visor.   Move lens out of way when not needed.  Use with or without prescription glasses.  Available in two strengths.  Comes two easily removable lens.

          Mageyes Double Lo - 1.6X and 2.0X lens
$36.95  

                Mageyes Double Hi - 2.25X and 2.75X lens
$39.98

 

MagEyes Double Lo Plus
Double Lo (1.6x & 2.0x lenses) comes with 5x loupe attached. Easy to change to either eye! Also swings up or down to use with or without the MagEyes dual lenses.
As always, the MagEyes may be worn with or without your prescription glasses.

             $38.00

 

 

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