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Explore tools and materials to inspire and create your next project. Our curated selection of notions, tools, and stencils are chosen with makers in mind. Use these products in tandem with our DIY Sewing Kits and Studio Book Series.

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DETAILS Grown and ginned in Texas, spun in North Carolina, and knit and dyed in South Carolina, the "hyper-local" supply chain for our 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey is the result of years of work aimed at providing responsibility, sustainability, transparency, and an end-product that is produced entirely in the USA. This limited-edition fabric yardage is stenciled in our Bloomers design using a unique painting treatment that gives a watercolor effect across the jersey. *Please note, due to the hand-painted nature of this fabric, the maximum full-yard cut is 4 yards. If you order more than 4 yards, please be aware that you will receive multiple cuts. If you would like the fabric divided in a particular way, leave a note in the "shipping instructions" field at checkout or give us a call at 256-760-1090. • 56" wide; approximately 9.8 ounces per linear yard • Dye lots may vary slightly • Sold in whole yard cuts • Fabric is unwashed • Made in the USA • Call us at 1.256.760.1090 to help determine how much fabric you will need for your project

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Grown and ginned in Texas, spun in North Carolina, and knit and dyed in South Carolina, the "hyper-local" supply chain for our 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey is the result of years of work aimed at providing responsibility, sustainability, transparency, and an end-product that is produced entirely in the USA. This limited-edition fabric yardage is stenciled in our Bloomers design using a unique painting treatment that gives a watercolor effect across the jersey.

*Please note, due to the hand-painted nature of this fabric, the maximum full-yard cut is 4 yards. If you order more than 4 yards, please be aware that you will receive multiple cuts. If you would like the fabric divided in a particular way, leave a note in the "shipping instructions" field at checkout or give us a call at 256-760-1090. 
 
• 56" wide; approximately 9.8 ounces per linear yard 
• Dye lots may vary slightly 
• Sold in whole yard cuts 
• Fabric is unwashed 
• Made in the USA 
• Call us at 1.256.760.1090 to help determine how much fabric you will need for your project

The School of Making Faded Bloomers Fabric Stenciled Floral Pattern in Natural and Light Grey

The School of Making Faded Bloomers Fabric in Black and Natural 

Limited-Edition Faded Bloomers Fabric

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DETAILS Used in our studio, these Glass Head Pins are designed to leave no nicks or permanent holes in your fabric and their glass heads can be safely ironed over. • Approximately 100 pins per pack • Shipped in a kraft paper pillow box

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Used in our studio, these Glass Head Pins are designed to leave no nicks or permanent holes in your fabric and their glass heads can be safely ironed over.
• Approximately 100 pins per pack • Shipped in a kraft paper pillow box

The School of Making Glass Head Pins for Hand-Sewing and Hand-Embroidery DIY Clothing Projects

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PHYSICAL The Large Paradise stencil is laser-cut in 10 mil Mylar and measures 36” x 57” with the image size 29.5” x 51”. These are the same stencils that we use in our studio and are extremely durable and long lasting. DIGITAL This stencil artwork measures 29" X 39". The PDF includes a full-scale version that can be printed at a local copy shop and a tiled version that will print on both letter and A4 paper. The file also includes instructions on how to make the stencil. Upon purchase, you will receive an email with the download link.

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The Large Paradise stencil is laser-cut in 10 mil Mylar and measures 36” x 57” with the image size 29.5” x 51”. These are the same stencils that we use in our studio and are extremely durable and long lasting. 

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This stencil artwork measures 29" X 39". The PDF includes a full-scale version that can be printed at a local copy shop and a tiled version that will print on both letter and A4 paper. The file also includes instructions on how to make the stencil. Upon purchase, you will receive an email with the download link.

The School of Making Large Paradise Flower Stencil Floral Stencil Design for Hand-Painted DIY Clothing Projects

The School of Making Large Paradise Stencil Mylar and Digital Stencil Design for Hand-Painting

The School of Making Large Paradise Stencil Design for Hand-Painting Fabric

The School of Making Large Paradise Stencil Appliqued Floral Stencil Design DIY Project

The School of Making Large Paradise Stencil Embellished Hand-Sewn and Hand-Painted Floral Design in Ochre

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Details Cotton has been at the heart of our business for over two decades. In response to shifts in supply chain, an ever evolving ecosystem, we have collaborated with growers at Supima®, an American-grown, extra-long staple cotton, in addition to our ongoing partnership with the Texas Organic Cotton Marketing Cooperative. Maintaining the "hyper-local" supply chain for our medium-weight cotton jersey is the result of years of work aimed at providing responsibility, sustainability, transparency, and an end-product that is produced entirely in the USA.Colors are named to indicate cotton stock:Colors ending in "-SP" are crafted from American-grown, extra-long staple Supima® cotton. A premium cotton that makes up less than 1% of the international cotton supply, Supima® is celebrated for its softness, color retention, and unmatched strength, due to the nature of its extra-long staple fibers. There are roughly 500 family-owned farms across California, Texas, and Arizona, and New Mexico that specialize in growing this unique cotton.Colors ending in "-OG" are 100% organic cotton that is grown and ginned in Texas, spun in North Carolina, and knit and dyed in South Carolina through our partnership with the Texas Organic Cotton Marketing Cooperative. Since 2004, we have had the privilege of working with certified organic growers in Texas to cultivate organic cotton fabrics, beloved for their soft hand and lasting quality. Learn more about updates to our supply chain here. • 100% Organic: 56" wide; approximately 9.8 ounces per linear yard• Extra-Long Staple Supima®: 59.5" wide; approximately 10 ounces per linear yard• Dye lots may vary slightly• Sold in whole yard cuts• Fabric is unwashed• Made in the USA• Call us at 1.256.760.1090 for help determining quantity needed to complete a project

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Cotton has been at the heart of our business for over two decades. In response to shifts in supply chain, an ever evolving ecosystem, we have collaborated with growers at Supima®, an American-grown, extra-long staple cotton, in addition to our ongoing partnership with the Texas Organic Cotton Marketing Cooperative. Maintaining the "hyper-local" supply chain for our medium-weight cotton jersey is the result of years of work aimed at providing responsibility, sustainability, transparency, and an end-product that is produced entirely in the USA. Colors are named to indicate cotton stock: Colors ending in "-SP" are crafted from American-grown, extra-long staple Supima® cotton. A premium cotton that makes up less than 1% of the international cotton supply, Supima® is celebrated for its softness, color retention, and unmatched strength, due to the nature of its extra-long staple fibers. There are roughly 500 family-owned farms across California, Texas, and Arizona, and New Mexico that specialize in growing this unique cotton. Colors ending in "-OG" are 100% organic cotton that is grown and ginned in Texas, spun in North Carolina, and knit and dyed in South Carolina through our partnership with the Texas Organic Cotton Marketing Cooperative. Since 2004, we have had the privilege of working with certified organic growers in Texas to cultivate organic cotton fabrics, beloved for their soft hand and lasting quality. 
Learn more about updates to our supply chain <a href="https://journal.alabamachanin.com/2021/06/supply-chain-and-supima-cotton/" target="_blank">here</a>.
• 100% Organic: 56" wide; approximately 9.8 ounces per linear yard • Extra-Long Staple Supima®: 59.5" wide; approximately 10 ounces per linear yard • Dye lots may vary slightly • Sold in whole yard cuts • Fabric is unwashed • Made in the USA • Call us at 1.256.760.1090 for help determining quantity needed to complete a project

The School of Making 100% Organic Medium-Weight Cotton Jersey Fabric

The School of Making 100% Organic Medium-Weight Cotton Knit Jersey Fabric

The School of Making Organic Cotton Jersey Medium Weight Fabric for DIY Kits 

The School of Making 100% Organic Medium-Weight Cotton Jersey Knit  Fabric

The School of Making Organic Medium Weight Cotton Jersey Fabric for Hand-Sewing and DIY Projects

Cotton Jersey: 100% Organic or Extra-Long Staple

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DETAILS Available in your choice of golden-toned Stork, Lion's Tail, or Epaulette handles, these Gingher Embroidery Scissors are as beautiful as they are functional. Ideal for cutting out and around small areas, these scissors will become a go-to addition to your sewing kit. Composition + Care • 3.5" blades • Durable, double-plated chrome over nickel finish • Fitted leather sheath for storage • Made in Italy

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Available in your choice of golden-toned Stork, Lion's Tail, or Epaulette handles, these Gingher Embroidery Scissors are as beautiful as they are functional. Ideal for cutting out and around small areas, these scissors will become a go-to addition to your sewing kit.
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• 3.5" blades • Durable, double-plated chrome over nickel finish • Fitted leather sheath for storage • Made in Italy

The School of Making Gold-Handled Embroidery Scissors Gingher 

An assortment of small scissors from The School of Making.

Gingher Epaulette Embroidery Scissors with Leather Sheath.

Gingher Lion's Tail Embroidery Scissors with Gold Handles.

Gingher Stork Embroidery Scissors with Gold Handles.

Gold-Handled Embroidery Scissors

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3.5" Lion's Tail

3.5" Epaulette

Details Add a fresh detail to your next sewing project using these mixes of Bugle Beads, Chop Beads, and Sequins. Beads are shipped to you in a glass jar with lid for easy storage and display in your home studio. Available in four colors. These mixes are perfect for projects related to The Geometry of Hand-Sewing. • 3 ounces; each mix varies with sequins, bugle, chop, and seed beads • Beads made of glass; sequins made of plastic • Made in the Czech Republic

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Add a fresh detail to your next sewing project using these mixes of Bugle Beads, Chop Beads, and Sequins. Beads are shipped to you in a glass jar with lid for easy storage and display in your home studio. Available in four colors. These mixes are perfect for projects related to <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/the-geometry-of-hand-sewing-natalie-chanin?taxon_id=42" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Geometry of Hand-Sewing</a>.
• 3 ounces; each mix varies with sequins, bugle, chop, and seed beads • Beads made of glass; sequins made of plastic • Made in the Czech Republic

The School of Making Bead Mix of Bugle Beads and Sequins

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The School of Making Bead Mix Assorted Sequins and Beads for Hand-Sewing

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