| Miscellaneous Notions & Gadgets
Listed below are a few of the
miscellaneous notions & gadgets we have found
that help make a seamstress' life a little easier.
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Dritz Large Eyelet Kit 1/4"
Test on swatch of fabric. Use two layers of medium to
heavy-weight fabric, reinforced with interfacing. Work on firm protected
surface. 1.Mark position of eyelet by tracing inside of eyelet on fabric,
cut hole with scissors (A). 2.Insert eyelet top (deep half) into hole from
right to wrong side. 3.On wrong side, place shallow half of eyelet over
center of eyelet top (B). 4.Position eyelet top on anvil, insert tool into
eyelet center and hammer gently (C). Center of eyelet will split to secure
eyelet. Can also be used to apply Dritz #33575 eyelets.
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Stack 'n Store Bobbin Tower
Keep your bobbins organized! This innovative tool neatly
organizes up to 30 bobbins. It can hold any type of bobbin and secures
threads -- no more tangles! Conveniently see all your thread colors at a
glance.
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Steam-A-Seam 2
2 1/2" x 20 yards
Steam-A-Seam 2 Double Stick has the pressure sensitive on
both sides which allows for a temporary hold to both the appliqué material
and the background material. You can hold your project vertically and the
appliqué pieces stay in place and are still repositionable until fused with
an iron. Before fusing, tack your project to a wall or try on a garment to
check appliqué placement. You're able to reposition pieces while you're
wearing them. Once fused the bond is the same as the original Steam-A-Seam.
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Clover Bodkins
2 Types per package
Binding Bodkin For fairly wide elastic band and Head Bodkin
For fairly fine elastic string.
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Wrist Grabbit
Wearable Magnetic Pincushion
A wearable Magnetic pin cushion. With an easy-close Velcro
strap. Adjustable loop buckle for fast fit. Wide, comfortable, and
easy to close Velcro® strap closure. Adjustable loop buckle for fast fit.
Powerful magnet lines up your pins for easy grabbing. Sweeps up scattered
pins.
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Sewers Aid by
Collins
1/2 fl. oz. A clear, non-staining lubricant. A drop on the
sewing machine needle will help reduce skipped stitching and friction heat
of needle while sewing through heavy material and sheer fabric. Apply
to hand needle of easier penetration of fabric when hand sewing.
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The Lint Eater
by Dritz
This adorable little
critter removes lint and fuzz balls from knits and wovens. The Lint Eater
shaver requires 2 AA Batteries.
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Paintstick Brushes
These brushes have short, dense bristles which make the Paintstick
application much faster when stenciling on fabric. Package has 4 brushes:
1/4", 3/8", 1/2" & 5/8".
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Paintsticks
These Mini Sets contain three small paintstiks in one package that are each
1/3 the size of a regular paintstik. Mini Metall Colors Include: Iridescent
Gold, Iridescent Copper and Iridescent Silver.
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Curves Rubbing Plates
Cedar Canyon Rubbing Plates are sets of textured plates that can be used to
transfer designs to your fabric or paper. Be sure to try making rubbings
from both sides of the plates. Sometimes, the back is more interesting than
the front! Explore the possibilities...From elegant to whimsical, these
rubbing plates all have pizzazz. Use them for paper art, collage, fiber art,
quilting, polymer clay and more. Curves 6 pc- Includes 6 different design
plates that are 7"x 7".
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Tiger TapeGreat for straight line
quilting, buttonhole stitch and any craft that needs a guide. Finally,
Purr-fect stitches every time! Marked at 9 or 12 lines/inch and
is 1/4" wide. Great for straight line quilting. This is my most
popular size. Just follow the lines to make purrfect stitches every
time!
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Sewline Fabric Mechanical Pencil - White
Mechanical fabric pencil with CERAMIC
leads - gives clear, clean lines that are easily removed with attached
eraser or damp cloth. No more messy chalk or lines you can't remove! It is
comfortable to use and refills of leads and erasers are available.
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Seam Squizzers
by Collins
To remove unwanted stitches, insert the
curved blade under thread. Gently squeeze the handles to cut thread. The
spring blades return to their shape, cutting perfectly every time. Excellent
for quilting, sewing, machine embroidery and needlecrafts. Note: Seam
Squizzers are extremely sharp. Always exercise caution in all applications.
Keep out of reach of children.
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Point Turner and Seam Creaser
by Collins
Turning Points: To turn points in collars,
lapels, pockets, flaps, belts, ties, etc. - trim seams and turn to right
side. Use pointed end to gently push out corners. Remove Basting Threads:
Clip any fastening threads and at frequent intervals along stitching. Place
pointed end under basting stitch and remove threads by pulling away from
fabric. Crease Seams: Use curved edge to crease seams open before pressing.
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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
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Sewline Fabric Glue Pen
No more fiddling with pins and trying to sew around them.
Just run the Glue Pen along the fabric edge, hold the pieces together and
you have a temporary bond. This specially developed glue is colored blue so
that it is clearly visible and then dries clear in a few minutes. The glue
washes out completely, leaving no residue. Will not clog up your needle of
your machine. Comes with one refill
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Swedish Tracing Paper
European Dressmakers Use This Paper To
Make Their Couture "Muslins".
It's strong, shapes to body. Trace pattern, sew together for critical
trial fit before cutting expensive fabric. Can wash 10 times! Easily marks
with any pen/pencil. Doesn't tear like tissue paper does.
30" x 10 yd. roll.
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I Hate Ironing!
by Mary Ellen
Spray It On and Watch Wrinkles Disappear!
Mary Ellen’s I Hate Ironing! Is the fast alternative to
pulling out the old ironing board. All you do is hang your garment on a
hanger, spray at least 8 inches away with a sweeping motion until it is
slightly damp, pull out wrinkles, and using your hands-smooth downward.
Let hang to dry before wearing. It’s odorless, too! 16.9 fl oz
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Use on clothing and bedding
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Helps repel stains
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Protects garments from picking up odors
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Non-toxic and biodegradable
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Darr E-Z Winder
by Mary Ellen
Kit contains: 1 E-Z Winder and 4 deep well spools
Use your sewing machine bobbin winder to wind any thread or
yarn onto spools for use on sergers and sewing machines. Wind crochet,
tatting, crewel, embroidery thread, Perle cotton, novelty thread sold on
cards, baby and sports yarn. Instructions included.
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Bendable Bright Light
by Dream World
So small, yet so powerful. This little gooseneck light snaps
into an adhesive bracket mounted to your sewing machine and sheds pure white
light on your sewing. 100,000 light hours, 120 volts.
- Brilliant flexible lighting for detailed projects
- Small, uses no counter space while easy to use
- Pure white lighting for those hard to see places
- Perfect for dark fabrics and matching seams
- Light snaps into an adhesive bracket, with cord clips
- Flexible arm provides 6 and 5/8" total reach
- Quality metal flexible arm and metal light housing
- Additional mounting
bracket (for second machine) available
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Additional mounting bracket
(for second machine)
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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
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Fasturn
by Crowning Touch
The FASTURN® is a hollow brass cylinder with a specially
designed wire hook that makes turning fabric tubes fun! Magically fill
fabric tubes with cord, batting or wire at the same time they are turned.
Fabric tubes are easily sewn into quilts, vest, dolls, accessories, crafts,
embellishments and fabric weaving. Set includes six cylinders ranging in
size from 1/8" to 3/4" in diameter, with three different sized wire hooks.
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SideWinder
by Wrights
The portable bobbin winder - wind bobbins quickly
without a sewing machine! Free standing machine runs on power cord or
2 AA batteries (not included). Put thread on spindle, wind thread to
bobbin & push button to start!
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Grandma's Secret Spot Remover
Just a drop is all it takes to remove oil, grease,
make-up, grass stain, clay, ink, blood, baby formula, spaghetti sauce,
coffee, rust, tar, turmeric, Betadine. Any kind of stain! It Works!
Biodegradable, non-toxic, no chlorine or phosphates. Environmentally safe.
2 oz.
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Grandma's Secret Wrinkle Remover
Unplug you iron! Easily removes wrinkles & odors. Safe on virtually all fabrics.
No phosphates. 8 fl. oz.
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3 1/2" Double Eyed Needles
by Havel
Get a more professional look when serging! Finish
and secure your serged chained ends with the double-eyed needle. This needle
has smooth rounded ends to pull chain ends smoothly underneath the serged
stitches. Large eyes make inserting threads simple. Also perfect in machine
knitting for transferring yarn from one machine to another. Set of 2
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Clover Bias Tape Makers
Make your own bias tape and never worry about searching for a perfect match.
Just pass the fabric through the tape maker and iron. Choose from 4
sizes |
1/4 "-6mm
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1/2"-12mm
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3/4"-18mm
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1"-25mm
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Fray Stoppa by
Helmar
Fray Stoppa is a solvent based
anti-fray glue. It is specifically designed for use in the binding of fibres
to prevent fraying of fabric hems and seams. Is resistant to
normal washing and will not damage the plastic componentry of sewing
machines. Excess should be removed with DD eucalyptus oil. Can be applied to
the back of buttons to prevent the thread from coming undone. It can also be
used to stop runs in pantyhose.
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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.
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Surgical Seam Ripper
Very thin curved blade makes it easy to rip
straight or serged stitches. Wide plastic handle makes it comfortable to
use. Comes with plastic cap.
Dimensions: 4 5/8 inches long
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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.
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Polder Reversible Compact Ironing Board
The Polder reversible tabletop ironing board
features a retractable dual-sided iron rest and a hook for easy transport
and storage. One side has an oversized 17" (W) x 28" (L) surface for larger
items and the other has a sleeve board and tapered surface for corners,
collars and other hard-to-get-to places.
(Not eligible for free shipping)
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Baby Bumper Pads
These pads make
the ideal filler for baby crib bumpers. They are flame retardant,
cut-to-size, washable & non-allergenic and included a pattern from
"Possibilities" authors of the "P.S. I Love You" series of nursery design
books. Six 1"x10"x26" pieces of Nu-foam, a safe alternative to foam!
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Clover Magnet Pin Caddy
Gathers and stores pins
safely, eliminating the need for a pin cushion. Allows for easy pick up and
secures pins in one direction! Designed with a groove for easy pick up.
Cover included for safe and easy storage.
Dimensions
3 x 4 inches
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Super Satchel Thread Box
• Includes (2) easily removable thread
trays • Securely holds thread spools regardless of how the closed box is
stored • Spool trays offer the capacity to hold (224) 20 mm spools, (108) 32
mm spools, or (30) 45 mm spools
• All Super Satchel box models are designed to easily stack/work together
Dimensions
15 x 14 x 3.50 inches
(38.10 x 35.56 x 8.89 centimeters)
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Mini Crafting Iron
Handy portable size.
Fits in crafter’s toolbox, great for college, travel and quick
Ironing touch-Ups.
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Colorfast
Sew-In Inkjet Fabric Sheets
Use with your color inkjet
printer. Quick & easy! Design an image on your computer.
Print onto fabric sheet. Rinse, press to set ink and sew.
Machine or hand washable.
Three 8 1/2" x 11" colorfast inkjet fabric sheets
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Magnetic Wand
Everyone has spilled or dropped a bunch of needles or pins at
some time or another. Use our Magnetic Wand to pick them up easily. The 7
1/2" plastic wand has a 2 3/4" magnet. Sweep the pins or other small metal
objects off the floor.
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Super Gripper
New ergonomic design with large finer holes for comfort grip.
Stainless steel finish, serrated grip, sturdy self-locking clamp.
Helps you grip & remove thread easily, change needles quickly, clamp
fabric tightly & push and pull as tube turners.
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Wonder
Tape
Completely disappears in first washing. A double-sided
transparent tape that can be stitched through - it will not gum up
your needle
1/4 Inch x 360
Inches
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Microtach
Basting Tool
Easy to use tool saves time on basting & more. Material is
held tightly to prevent puckers or folds. No pins! No glue! No
large tacks! Smallest tack (11/64")and smallest needle available - 35%
smaller than any other basting tack on the market. Contains
tool with needle, 1200 micro fasteners & instructions
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Metal D Rings - Great for ribbon
watchbands & belts!!
Gold and
Silver (nickel) |
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3/4"
- 6/package |
1" -
4/package |
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1/4" - 4/package |
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Quilt
Journal
The Quilters Journal from Fairfield has room to document
sixty quilts, including photographs and sections to list the maker,
date and locations that are relevant to each quilt. There is also
plenty of room for your thoughts and comments regarding the quilt,
recipient, and the times during which the quilt was made. This is a
wonderful way to create a chronological history of your work.
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Darr Piping
Magic
Rotary-cut or mark your choice of 4 different piping seam
allowances. Place cording of piping into the groove and cut
the perfect seam allowance every time. Now you can insert
piping & be sure of maintaining accurate garment or project seam
allowances
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Needle
Grabbit
Know
what your needles are! Loop strips to secure multiple needles
- write on/wipe off surface for marking - cells for standard needle
sizes - extra cells for specialty needles - marker to show needle in
use!
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Grabbit
Bobbinsaver
Round plastic "doughnut"
for use with plastic or metal bobbins. Accepts small or large bobbins.
Bobbin threads won't tangle or unwind. Holds over 20 bobbins.
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My Sewing Treasures
A Fabric & Sewing Supply Inventory
by Daphne Hedgecock
This hard plastic 7x9 three ring notebook can help you get
your sewing supplies organized & save money at the same time. Includes pages to
list your fabric collection; type, content, care instructions, yardage & space for a
swatch; pages to catalog your patterns for clothing, quilting, needlepoint, smocking, etc;
pages for your notions & other supplies; pages for measurements of people you sew for
the most and more. Just the right size to take shopping with you. A great gift
for yourself & fellow seamstresses!.
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The
Ribbonweaver
by Little Stitches
Embellish your smocking the easy, twist-free way with the
Ribbonweaver. Two bodkins for smocking & beading in each package.
Instructions for perfect ribbon weaving included.
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The
Guideline
by Jane MacPherson
No more turtle-necking-make perfect bishops very time with
the bishop neckguide. Pin your garment on, tie off & unpin before beginning
smocking
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Smock & Block Guide
by Ellen McCarn
The Smock & Block Guide ™ is designed
and produced by English Smocking and Pattern designer Ellen McCarn as a
versatile aid to use from the start to finishing of the smocked garment, be
it Bishop or Yoke, Collar or Insert.
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Mini Iron by Clover
The compact Mini Iron is perfect for pressing seams,
appliquéing, quilting, paper crafting & is ideal for Madeira appliqué. Great
for traveling and taking to class Equipped with multiple temperature settings, it is
light-weight, 2.5 oz with an easy-glide sole plate, on/off switch built into cord and
stand is included.
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Mini
Iron Tote Bag by Clover
This cooling tote bag is perfect for storing your Mini
Iron. Great for traveling and taking to class. Is heat resistant.
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Fray
Block
A new product that prevents fraying fabric & ribbon;
secures serged threads; dries quick,clear, soft & flexible; washable & dry
cleanable.
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Retracto-Reel
Never misplace your scissors again! Clips to your blouse or
chair. Expands to 16"
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Simflex
Expanding Sewing Gauge
This metal sewing gauge gives you fast and accurate
measuring with unlimited uses. Great for marking buttons, buttonholes, snap
placement, tucks, pleats & gathers evenly. Other uses include quilting,
knitting, gardening, etc.
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Create A Plate
Graph paper to transform drawings, fabric, embroidery &
applique designs into picture smocking graphs. Four sheets/package
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Grabbit
This powerful magnetic pincushion holds, pins, needles or
bobbins. Comes with 50 multicolored plastic head pins. Does not work with
brass or stainless steel pins
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Glass Head Pins
200 fine, sharp 1 3/8" steel shaft glass head
pins.
Perfect for heirloom sewing - won't melt if touched by hot iron!
Works great with Grabbit.
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Heirloom Tissue Paper
This neutral pH paper is wonderful to store any and all
heirloom garments. 15 sheets per package.
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Beeswax &
Holder
Reduce knotting & end frustration when hand sewing or
embroidering.
Run long thread to stabilize twist and strengthen thread.
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Cut 'N Press
11" x 11"
One side has the June Tailor rotary cutting mat with
outside rules & marked angle and bias line. The other is a cushioned, gridded
pressing surface. Includes 1" grid lines, bias & angle lines and circle
markings. 11"x11" size with carrying handle perfect for small projects
& classroom use!
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Cut 'N Press 2
12" x 18"
One side has the June Tailor rotary cutting mat with
outside rules & marked angle and bias line. The other is a cushioned, gridded
pressing surface. Includes 1" grid lines, bias & angle lines and circle
markings. 11"x11" size with carrying handle perfect for small projects
& classroom use!
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Shape 'N Press
Two valuable tools in one. This padded fabric covered
board has shapes & templates for easy lace shaping on one side & a blocking guide
of bishops & round collars on the other. 14 X 20 one-inch grids
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Ott-Lite
Replacement Bulb
for Ott-Lite 13 watt True Color Lamps
Only
OTL-TC-RB13
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Ott-Lite
Replacement Bulb
for Ott-Lite 18 watt True Color Lamps
Only
OTL-TC-RB18
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Knott's Dots
Iron-on transfer dots for
English smocking. 2 sheets - 44" wide by 24 rows deep. Blue
Only
$ 4.00
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