Last Minute Christmas Shopping Ideas – Tom's Sewing Newsletter

Still haven’t found the perfect gift for the creative person on your shopping list? Check out these amazing ideas from Tom’s Sewing and Countryfolk Fabric.

Locking Hemostat (Curved Forceps) Tweezer Scissors, 5″
Item No. 806C

Hemostats are highly recommended among quilters and these Lockable Hemostat Clamps (Curved) are a surprisingly handy instrument with many useful sewing purposes! They are perfect for gripping fabric without making it rip or fray and great as an alternative to a bodkin for turning a tube of fabric when making straps or belts. These 5-inch curved hemostats are used as lockable turning forceps with a serrated edge and are a great tool for turning or stuffing as the curved tips allow you to get into hard to reach corners. As well, they’re ideal for turning sewing projects right-side out, stuffing projects or for turning collars.

Retail Price: $12.95
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Steady Stiletto

The Steady Stiletto will hold and guide your fabric like no other! Unlike a standard sharp pointed stiletto, which allows the fabric to pivot which may cause uneven seams, the Steady Stiletto holds the fabric just like a natural finger…only better.

Suggested Uses:

- Pressing
- Machine Embroidery
- Machine Piecing

Keep your Fabric close and your Needle closer

Retail Price: $21.95
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Jellyroll Bargello

Bargello quilts consist entirely of straight seams and rectangular pieces, yet create mesmerizing optical illusions. It may look complex, but any beginner quilter who can sew a straight seam, can master the necessary skills. It’s also a technique that’s easy to complete quickly and with confidence, thanks to precut jelly rolls and author Karin Hellaby’s clear, how-to instructions.

Discover this addictive technique as you work through beautiful patterns for pillows, a quilt bag, wall hangings, table toppers, and lap quilts. Karin works with both solid and printed fabrics, varying her color palette from monochromatic to colorful. She also explores the impact of offset seams for gentle curves and matched seams for dramatic arcs. With helpful tips throughout and coordinating photography, you too can create stunning quilts using this fascinating technique!

Regular Price: $32.95
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Steady Betty Pressing Mat/Pedal Betty

One board with two purposes! Use this versatile item can be used as a portable pressing mat or as a way to hold your sewing machine’s foot controller in place so it doesn’t slip.

Portable and lightweight, The Steady Betty is a great item for the classroom and for travel. Keep it with your sewing machine and smaller, lightweight iron whenever you’re on the go. The Steady Betty requires less pressure and weight when ironing so you can enjoy pressing instead of it being a tedious chore. The Steady Betty will keep your fabric in place while you are pressing. In addition, the Steady Betty stays cooler than most pressing surfaces, allowing the heat that is directed towards the fabric to be as hot as you want.

As well, The Steady Betty is the perfect surface for holding your sewing machine or serger foot controller in place and preventing it from slipping. If you decide on the 16″×16″ size (item: SB004L), you’ll have room to rest your non-sewing foot on a nice soft surface – especially if you love to sew bare footed!

Just in time for Christmas, the Steady Betty’s are selling for 50% off! A fantastic gift at an incredible price!

6″ x 12″
Regular Price: $37.99
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12″ x 12″
Regular Price: $51.49
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Sew Me! Sewing Basics
Simple Techniques and Projects for First-Time Sewers by Choly Knight
Item No. 214239

This book is perfect for anyone who wants to learn how to sew, or just needs a quick refresher course! It includes fifteen simple and straightforward projects that are suitable for sewists of all skill levels!

Sew Me! Sewing Basics is geared towards would-be sewers of all ages, who may never have touched a sewing machine or even threaded a needle before! Choly Knight’s friendly and easy-to-follow directions will get readers sewing with confidence, making repairs, and creating new garments from scratch. She starts at the very beginning, showing how to choose a sewing machine and introducing the most basic techniques and shortcuts.

From cutting patterns and sewing seams, to binding edges, gathering fabric and installing zippers, each new skill is accompanied by a quick practice exercise to try, allowing readers to learn as they sew. Fifteen simple and straightforward projects are provided for sewing fun accessories from plushies, pincushions and placemats to hand towels and hats!

Regular Price: $34.95
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Zakka Workshop – Cute as a Button Bag Pattern
(Kit Includes: Pattern, Internal Wire Frame Set, 1 16” Zipper, & 4 Cover Buttons.)
Item No. ZW2477

It’s all about the details with this bag which features playful patchwork, cute covered button zipper tabs, and a handy internal wire frame that allows the mouth of the bag to open wide. This adorable carryall is perfect for storing cosmetics, sewing supplies, and more!

Finished Size: 8 in wide x 6 ¼ in tall x 4 ¾ in deep (20 cm wide x 16 cm tall x 12 cm deep)

Pattern includes one 7 x 2 in (18 x 5 cm) internal wire frame set, one 16 in (40 cm) white zipper, and four covered button sets to make the bag.

Regular Price: $26.95
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Open Wide 2.0 Bag Pattern (ByAnnie.com)
PBA246-2

Quick and fun to make, these bags can be made in three sizes, all of which open wide so that you can easily access all of your supplies! Slip these classy zippered bags in your suitcase — or use them to maximize the space on your vanity. Be sure to make a few Open Wide 2.0 bags to have on hand for gifts. Who wouldn’t love a cute bag for cosmetics or other supplies?

- The binding on the easy-to-install zipper finishes the upper edges and forms a handle and grab tab.
- Two inner mesh pockets keep things organized and easy to view.
- Soft and Stable® provides great body and stability and ensures that the bags stand up and hold their shape.

Regular Price: $19.95
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Nine Patch Revolution
20 Modern Quilt Projects By Jenifer Dick & Angela Walters
Item No. 456022

Transform your favorite block with these step-by-step instructions!

Popular pattern designer Jenifer Dick and expert quilter Angela Walters have teamed up to provide 20 modern, diverse projects reinterpreting the Nine-Patch block. Nine-patches are easy to piece, aesthetically pleasing, and versatile, making it an ideal beginner’s block, but also a favorite of more experienced quilters. Projects use a wide variety of techniques, from basic piecing and improv to paper piecing and wonky piecing. Each project includes detailed, step-by-step instructions for piecing plus quilting!

- A modern take on a classic block, with skill-building techniques.
- Perfect for beginners as well as experienced quilters looking for quick projects.
- Precut friendly! 10 projects use fat quarters, fat eights, and other precuts.

Regular Price: $33.99
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Cool Cat Creations – Bunny Pajama Bag Pattern
Item No. CCC152

This pattern will have you making lots of bunny pajama bags for all the kids, big and little, that you know! The bunnies have ears that are flexible. The bunny has a zippered pocket in the back where you can hide the jammies, or other treasures!

- The pattern has lots of colour illustrations and easy to read instructions.
- The bunnies measure about 24″ tall.
- They are a great way to use up scraps of fabric you have left over from making a quilt or from your sewing stash.

Retail Price: $16.99
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Cool Cat Creations – Cool Cat Pajama Bag Pattern
Item No. CCC149

Why not use your left over fabrics from sewing something special to make a matching cat pajama bag? You can make one to match each quilt you make, what a great gift for all of the children in your life. These cute cats have a zippered pocket in their backs that will hold your pajamas or other treasures. They are soft and cuddly and will become your child’s favorite stuffed animal.

- You won’t stop at making one, you will be making many of these cute cats for gifts.
- The pattern pieces are full sized with clear and easy instructions and lots of colour illustrations.
- The cat is quite large, he measures from his head to his bum 15 1/2″ and from his head to feet 24 1/2″.

Retail Price: $16.99
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Frankie the Frenchie
Mini-Tote-Cushion Pattern by Sew Quirky
Item No. FRAFRE

With a sassy attitude on the outside, sweet demeanor on the inside and charisma to charm, Frankie the Frenchie will be the perfect companion! This Frenchie will make anyone smile with plenty of options to personalize it, creating one-of-a-kind gifts or swap projects. This pattern includes directions to sew your Frankie block into a mini quilt, cushion and tote!

Finished Size: 12” Block

Retail Price: $19.99
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Furlicity
Mini-Tote-Cushion Pattern by Sew Quirky
Item No. FURLIC

Purrfectly styled, Furlicity is a fun loving feline ready to leap, run, and pounce. She is the perfect cheeky and sassy companion! This feline will make anyone smile with plenty of options to personalize, creating one-of-a-kind gifts or swap projects. Pattern includes directions to sew your Furlicity block into a mini quilt, cushion, and tote!

Finished Size: 12” Block

Retail Price: $19.99
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Twister Sisters Jolly Twister Pattern
Item No. TWS111

Easily create this whimsical holiday gnome winter scene using one of the Twister tools (Mini Twister, Lil’ Twister, or Midi Twister). Perfect as a quilt or wall-hanging, this enchanting design is perfect for winter and Christmas decorating! Squares are magically transformed into pinwheels using Twister Sisters tools!

Note: This pattern is also suitable for the Itty Bitty Twister and Tiny Twister tools.

Includes instructions for three sizes:

- Small – 34″ x 43″
- Medium – 45″ x 57″
- Large – 67″ x 85″

Retail Price: $16.95
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Twister Sisters Twisty Zips Pattern
Item No. TWS118

Make these pretty and practical pouches using Twister Sisters’ Tiny Twister and Itty Bitty Twister tools to make them in either large or small. For extra convenience, this pattern includes two secure pockets on the inside of each pouch!

Finished Pouch Sizes:

- Large: 7 3/4″ x 11″ x 3″
- Small: 4 1/2″ x 6 1/2″ x 2″

Retail Price: $16.95
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Twister Sisters Itty Bitty Twister Tool
Make Pinwheels Easily Without Templates, Tracing or Slipping!
Item No. TWS278

Create pinwheels by simply sewing squares together!

- This itty bitty size twister tool uses 2 1/2” squares or mini charm packs.
- Tool measures 1 1/2″ square.
- Individual units finish at 1″ to make 2″ finished pinwheels.
- This tool replaces the Itty Bitty Primitive Pinwheel tool.
- This product is made out of durable acrylic with raised feet for easy placement and no slipping.

Guess What? The instructions include a pattern for a Itty Bitty Quilt which can be used as a wall-hanging, potholder, or trivet!

Retail Price: $18.95
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Twister Sisters Tiny Twister Tool
Make Pinwheels Easily Without Templates, Tracing or Slipping!
Item No. TWS279

Create pinwheels by simply sewing squares together!

- This tiny size twister tool uses 3 1/2” squares.
- The tool measures 2 1/4″ square.
- Individual units finish at 1 3/4″ to make 3 1/2″ finished pinwheels.
- This tool replaces the Primitive Pinwheel tool.
- Durable acrylic with raised feet for easy placement and no slipping.

Guess What? The instructions include a pattern for a Tiny Quilt which can be used as a wallhanging, tabletopper or placemat!

Retail Price: $18.95
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Grabbit Bobbin Saver, Blue
Item No. 01001-BL

Convenient, organized. For plastic or metal bobbins, accepts small or large bobbins, bobbin threads won’t tangle or unwind, holds over 20 bobbins.

It is available in 3 different colours; Blue, Lavender, Red

With the introduction of more new colours, you can organize your bobbin more efficiently. For example, you can put all the Polyester Threads in the Blue Bobbin Saver and all the Silk Finish Cotton Threads in The Lavender Bobbin Saver.

Retail Price: $15.49
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Grabbit Bobbin Saver2 Squared
Item No. 10252

Keep all of your bobbins neat and tidy with this 6-row bobbin saver! It is compact and easy to store, yet with enough space to accomodate all of your bobbins. It’s a must-have for any sewing studio!

Retail Price: $19.95
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Clover Small Wonder Clips – 50 pieces
(Assorted Colours – Pink, Yellow, Blue, Purple & Orange)
Item No. 3183

Wonder Clips open wide to hold many layers of fabrics. Great alternative to pins especially when working with quilts, handbags and heavyweight fabrics. Clip base is flat for easy feeding to the presser foot.

Seam allowance markings of 1/4″ (7mm) and 1/2″ (12mm).

Retail Price: $59.95
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Clover Small Wonder Clips – 10 pieces
(Assorted Colours – Pink, Yellow, Blue, Purple, and Orange)
Item No. 3185

Seam allowance markings of 1/4″ (7mm) and 1/2″ (12mm).

Retail Price: $12.95
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Dual Seam Fix With Large & Small Blades,
Item No. A019751681

The Dual Seam Fix is equipped with ultra-sharp blades, a safety ball and an individual lid. It is made with a specially formulated plastic material that grabs and removes excess threads without leaving marks or sticking to the fabric.

Retail Price: $13.95
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Frixion Clicker Erasable Gel Pens, 0.7mm
(7 Colours – Black, Red, Blue, Green, Purple, Pink & Lt. Blue)
Item No. BLRT-FR7

Frixion “CLICKER” Erasable Gel Pens combines the convenience of “retractable” pen with the incredible FriXion erasable gel ink. Eraser is at the top of the pen tip. Retract the pen by pressing the clip down

Frixion “CLICKER” Erasable Gel Pen is perfect for quilting/sewing. The very smooth writing gel ink woorks wonderfully for pattern transfer/design OR doing REDWORK. Ink will disappear once heat/friction is applied!!! No residue. No smudging or fading

Retail Price: $4.99
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OLFA Splash Rotary Cutter, 45mm, Aqua
Item No. RTY2/C

The Splash cutter comes in a vibrant aqua color handle with yellow accents, and its packaging features a fun new design style. This cutter is comparable to our 45mm Quick Change rotary cutter (RTY2/NS) but with a more attractive price point for both the new user and “collector”. Designed for both right-and left-handed use. Uses RB45 replacement blades.

Retail Price: $24.95
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Original Log Cabin Ruler For Quilt In a Day
Item No. QD2055

For quilters that like to quickly sew pieces that are already cut to size, the “Original” Log Cabin Ruler is for you. Logs can be cut to size for 14″ finished size blocks making it easy to assembly-line sew accurate blocks.

Retail Price: $37.95
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