Cool Tools – Sugru

Cool Tools – Sugru

by | 12.06.2017 | Cool Tools, Tutorials

The lovely people at Sugru have contacted me a few times, and up until now I haven’t thought of a need for it in my life, but now they’ve come up with a kit aimed at little boys and their toys, *ahem* for Father’s Day, and suddenly I found a number...
Cool Tools – Locking Haemostats

Cool Tools – Locking Haemostats

by | 05.06.2017 | Cool Tools, Tutorials

I do love a good multi-purpose tool, even if it’s not actually designed for what I use it for.  Locking haemostats (also known as locking forceps) fall into the category of definitely not designed for sewing, but very useful nonetheless! And what, pray tell, can...
Cool Tools – Sewline Glue Pen

Cool Tools – Sewline Glue Pen

by | 08.05.2017 | Cool Tools, Tutorials

This week’s cool tool is the Sewline Glue Pen.  These are mainly marketed towards fans of English Paper Piecing (EPP) but let me tell you about all the other things they are useful for (because I don’t EPP!) With glue cartridges available in blue and neon...
Cool Tools – Sleeve Board

Cool Tools – Sleeve Board

by | 01.05.2017 | Cool Tools, Tutorials

I know, you’re thinking I’ve actually lost my mind with this Cool Tool, but trust me, this sleeve board really is a useful tool! And why is it useful?  Well, because it’s got such a small area, you can pop bags and pouches over the end and press them...