Here's what you'll need: A needle: You'll want sewing sharps, a type of needle with a pointed end that glides through fabric without damaging it. Pick up a variety pack at a craft store or in the ...

A sewing machine (or materials for hand-sewing: thread, needles, beeswax and a thimble) Fabric scissors Iron Ironing board Seam ripper (if you plan on removing stitches) A basic hand-sewing kit ...

obtained a patent for using the common sewing-needle with machinery. This invention, employed small geared wheels to corrugate the cloth, and through the folds true produced it thrust a long needle.