A basic hand-sewing kit includes thread, hand-sewing needles and a thimble, if you plan on doing a lot of work by hand. Running the thread through some beeswax will prevent it from tangling.

Thread the needle back through to the back of the fabric. Create a small stitch at the back, pulling the thread just enough so it creates a loop. Thread your needle through this loop to create a knot.

Each heavy needle is made from durable metal to provide a sturdy performance as you make holes on leather fabric. You can use this leather sewing kit to mend tents, make canvas bags, repair ...

Different needle sizes are required for sewing various types of fabric. Depending on how you plan to use your sewing machine, there are a few other accessories to add to your setup.

Here’s what you will need for this pattern: Tools. Needle and thread (and a sewing machine, if you have one) Scissors. Pins or clips to hold fabrics in place (safety pins and paper clips will ...

Change your needles after every project or when switching fabric types. And at least every two years (more if you sew a lot), take your sewing machine in for a tune-up. Ways to Save ...

What you need is a needle and thread, some slinky white fabric and a copy of a new book, Sew Iconic: How to Make 10 Classic Hollywood Dresses by Liz Llewellyn (A&C Visual Arts, £14.99).