Materials and Supplies
For this class I have collaborated with Zadie Grossman to curate a kit of white linen for you. The following is what is in the kit and is also what you will need for the class if you already have the materials on hand.
Kit Includes:
1 yard of 54” lightweight (very soft) White Linen
3 yards 1/2” (1.3 cm) white Cotton Tape
1 spool of White 100/3 Linen Thread
1 Bohin hand sewing needle, size 9 sharp
1 Hand Poured Beeswax Cake
10 Straight Pins
Other supplies needed (not included in the kit):
Spray starch
This will be used to stabilize the fabric for sewing. Make it or buy it. Here is a nice choice but any will do.
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!
Soft measuring tape
Pencil or chalk
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.