Materials and Supplies
Linen: 1 yard, lightweight to medium weight linen (5 to 8 ounces). To buy white linen similar to the textile I use in this class click here.
Some places to buy:
Thread: Linen (match weight to textile). For medium weight to lightweight use 80/2, 80/3; for lightweight use 100/2, 100/3. I like to use a contrasting thread to make the stitches visible. But it is up to you! You can buy contrasting or matching thread.
Needles: I’d recommend size 9 or 10 “sharps,” “appliqué,” or “embroidery” needles.
I love Bohin needles. Get them here!
Dressmakers shears: 8 inches.
My favorite shears are from William Whiteley and Co. in England who preserve the scissor making craft. Buy them here!
Small snips: Look for “embroidery” scissors.
My favorite small scissors are from William Whiteley and Co. in England who preserve the scissor making craft. Buy them here!
Measuring tape, ruler or seam gauge
Thimble (optional but encouraged): Should fit on the middle finger of your dominate hand. Not too tight but not too loose it falls off. Learn how to use one here!
Where to buy: Antique malls, eBay, etsy, Lacis has a fantastic stock here.