Shopping List for Sewing Beginners

Whether you're attending one of our sewing classes or are simply browsing online for how to get started, we're happy you're here. We stand by our recommendations and believe these products thread the needle between affordability and quality.

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These small commissions make a huge difference. First, they help us ensure our sewing classes remain affordable for new attendees. Further, they help us in our mission: to reshore cut-and-sew apparel manufacturing, provide small-batch production to new and established brands, and inspire the next generation of garment professionals.

Everything You Need to Get Started with Sewing

DEEINN 4.1inch Sewing Scissors (Pack of 3)

SINGER | Heavy Duty 4452 Sewing Machine

Gutermann Spool Box 26 Cotton Thread Set, Assorted Colors

Sewing Clips for Fabric and Quilting

5 Pcs Ergonomic Grip Seam Ripper

Keepin’ It Local

We encourage everyone to shop local and shop small when it’s available! There are still many mom-and-pop fabric shops that are incredibly helpful in your journey to becoming a seasoned sewer. We’ll continue adding independently owned sewing shops to this page as we connect with them.

From Past to Present Quilt Shop
139 W Main St Saint
Clairsville, OH 43950

P.S. If you own a small fabric shop and would like to be added to this list. Let’s connect! We’d love to learn more about you.