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Tape Measure-a 60 inch lng measuring device

used in taking body measurements, drafting


patterns, and measuring fabrics. It has a metal tip
and reversible markings in centimeters and inches.

Yardstick/Meterstick- is use to measure fabric and to


check grain line. It can be used in marking a long
straight lines and in measuring hem lengths.

Pinking Shears- cuts a zigzag edge and is used for


finishing hem edges, seams, etc. It should not be used for
cutting out a garment b'coz it will not give an accurate
cut line of the fabric.
The Hip Curve is used in connecting or shaping
slightly curve points.It has a measure of inches at the
front and centimeters at the back part.

L-square - It is useful in constructing perpendicular


lines with divisional parts located in longer and
shorter arms.

Pin Cushion- a cotton-stuffed cloth cut and sewn in


many different shapes to keep the pins in place. It will
help you work conveniently when placed on your
waist.

Pins- used when cutting and sewing material. Helps


save time in basting. Dull-pointed and rusted pins
should not be used b'coz they will destroy the fabric.

Needles- comes in three sizes: small, medium and


large. Small needles are used on light and soft material,
while big needles are for rough, thick and heavy
materials. Needles are used for basting, sewing buttons
on and when mending torn clothes.

Thimble- made of either plastic or metal material w/c


is used to protect the finger from being pricked by
the needle when sewing. A fitted thimble will help
you sew comfortably especially when you are not used in sewing with a
thimble on your finger.
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