16 Must-Have Tools & Notions for Beginner DIYers

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DetailsWe recommend all of these tools and notions for new sewers. It’s easy to get excited about starting a new DIY project. But it can feel overwhelming too — especially if you’re completely new to sewing. Never fear! At Sailrite®, we know a thing or two about sewing tools and equipment, so we made a list of the 16 best DIY tools for beginners. If you’re not sure what you’ll need to start sewing, then these recommendations are for you. Sewing Essentials for BeginnersTape MeasureA tape measure is a convenient way to measure just about anything. These tapes are flexible and easy to wrap around different items to get accurate measurements. The travel-friendly tapes have easy-to-read numbers and measurement markings, and they roll up into a compact size for effortless storage. Sailrite offers both 60-inch and 120-inch flexible tape measures to suit all your DIY needs. Clear Acrylic RulerThis versatile ruler can team up with a marking tool to scribe accurate lines in multiple angles on your material. It also acts as a straight edge for a rotary cutter, helping you get clean cuts every single time. The clear acrylic makes it easy to see your material and line the ruler up wherever you need it. And with measurement scales on all four edges, this ruler is perfect for right- and left-handed DIYers alike. Shop All Measuring GuidesSailrite® Canvas Patterning RulerThis Sailrite-exclusive multiuse tool is a real gem, and it’s not just for canvas! This 8-inch acrylic ruler has holes every 1/4 inch for drawing perfect circles in different sizes. You can also draw curves or straight lines a set distance away from the edge of your material, thanks to the lipped metal end that holds the ruler against the material edge without slipping or moving. And when you press the metal end along a hem or crease, you can create sharp folds. Shop Sailrite Patterning RulerMarking Tools Variety PackageDuring a sewing project, you’ll need to measure and mark your material. That can include tracing shapes, marking hemming and cutting lines, and making other notes right on your material. Marks like these shouldn’t be permanent, so you’ll need something temporary to write with. These specialized marking tools allow you to make those temporary marks — and then wipe or wash them right off. This set of 11 tools includes tailor’s chalk, grease marking pencils, a fabric marker and more for use on a huge variety of materials. Just make sure to use the tool that’s right for your material. Shop All Marking ToolsSeam RipperSometimes, you need to redo some work. Maybe a seam doesn’t turn out straight, or you stitch the wrong panels together accidentally. We