Collection: Tailoring Accessories

An awl is an essential tool for piercing fabric, marking layers, or creating starter holes in heavier textiles. The awls we supply have a comfortable grip, making them easy to control when you need to be precise. A reliable awl will always serve you well when you’re carrying out tailoring tasks like aligning buttonholes or prepping for hand stitching.

Tailor’s chalk or fabric markers are small but vital tools that every sewist needs. Ours come in easy-to-grip shapes that glide smoothly across the fabric without dragging or tearing. Chalk and fabric markers are great for making quick, visible markings that can be brushed or washed away. They’re particularly useful for laying out cutting lines, adjusting patterns, or marking darts.

Originally used for rug-making, latch hooks are versatile in tailoring. They’re handy for pulling elastic or cord through channels and can help with tight loop work on garments or upholstery. The latch hooks we stock have a smooth latch and durable handle, designed to reduce snags while giving you better control during those fiddly finishing jobs.

A sturdy needle threader always helps speed up your workflow. These are ideal for threading both hand and machine needles, especially when you’re working with fine threads or in dim lighting. The metal wire is flexible enough to handle delicate work, while the flat metal or plastic tab gives you a good grip for accurate threading every time.

A pin holder is a great addition to your sewing toolkit if you want to keep your sewing area tidy and your pins within easy reach. You can choose between magnetic wrist bands or cushioned pincushions, depending on your style. These help prevent stray pins from poking you, and keep all your pins organised in a single place. And, they make tidying up easier!

A well-oiled sewing machine is key to completing your sewing projects smoothly. Our sewing machine oil is lightweight, non-staining, and designed to keep your machine parts running efficiently. A little machine oil will go a long way when it comes to extending the life of your sewing machine and preventing wear and tear. We advise keeping a bottle handy for regular maintenance.

A sewing kit is incomplete without a reliable set of sewing needles. We stock two main types of sewing needles: straight and curved needles. All our needles are handpicked and of the highest quality, ideal for your daily sewing, repairs, or specialised tailoring jobs. They’re designed to glide through fabric easily without causing pulls or skipped stitches.

A reliable seam ripper is all you need to undo stitches cleanly without damaging your fabric. The seam rippers we stock come in a variety of sizes and types, and all are sharp, smooth, and comfortable to hold. Some even come with a protective cap, which is ideal for beginners who might be a little clumsy.

A good tape measure is essential for sewing projects. Ideal for when you’re measuring a curved surface or marking out hems, these tapes offer both metric and imperial markings in clear print. Choose between two colours of classic tailor’s tape, or the retractable version for quick measuring on the go.

A tracing wheel is useful when you want to transfer a pattern onto a fabric or paper. Our handpicked tracing wheels feature a serrated edge for crisp markings and an ergonomic handle for comfortable use. This handy tool helps you mark out details when you’re dressmaking, quilting, or experimenting with new designs.

Don’t underestimate the value of a good pair of tweezers in your sewing kit. They might be small, but they can make a big difference to your sewing flow. Tweezers are ideal for threading needles, handling beads, or removing loose threads. Our sewing tweezers come with a pointed tip for precision and a comfortable grip.