Did you know?

• Pinking shears were patented by Louise Austin of Whatcom, WA all the way back in 1893.
   

• Scissors are not one of the weapons in the game "Clue".
   

• Scissors terms are a common part of several sports: the scissors kick for swimming, scissors hold for wrestling, and scissors gymnastics leg movements are just a few examples.

In the Know About Sewing Needles

Needles.  they're tiny, seemingly insignificant slivers of metal that can make a huge difference in the success of a sewing project.  And yet, most sewers aren't aware of the many type of needles available. 

To help our customers through this maze of needle types, please check out this educational Needle Guide which has been reprinted here with permission from Sewing & Quilting Retailer, a supplement of CNA magazine, owned by F+W Publications. (click here for Needle guide).