Do you have what you need to get your project started and completed? Here's a list of the items I use most.
(Elves: does your Seamless Sailor have these tools?!)
Tools
Hot knife or soldering tool - Essential for finishing the ends of Sunbrella to prohibit raveling. Don't forget a safe surface to use it on. See secret trick.
Heavy-duty scissors, fabric shears and small thread cutter - Like knives to a chef, scissors are to the Seamless Sailor.
Measuring tools, "L" and "T" shaped measuring tools - These measures are great for making patterns. Also need a short measure for at the sewing machine and metal yard stick.
Marking pens - light and dark. The washable ones work well as do the soapstone. Get extras.
Heavy" T" pins or Read more [...] 
Tools of the Trade or What Every Seamless Sailor Wants for the Holidays
Do you have what you need to get your project started and completed? Here's a list of the items I use most.
(Elves: does your Seamless Sailor have these tools?!)
Tools
Hot knife or soldering tool - Essential for finishing the ends of Sunbrella to prohibit raveling. Don't forget a safe surface to use it on. See secret trick.
Heavy-duty scissors, fabric shears and small thread cutter - Like knives to a chef, scissors are to the Seamless Sailor.
Measuring tools, "L" and "T" shaped measuring tools - These measures are great for making patterns. Also need a short measure for at the sewing machine and metal yard stick.
Marking pens - light and dark. The washable ones work well as do the soapstone. Get extras.
Heavy" T" pins or Read more [...] 
The Captain requested a new line bag to hang off the boom attachments. You know for reefing and outhaul lines. The bag needed to be sturdy and be able to stand up to weather. He requested a 14” square bag with pockets on both sides. Here’s what I came up with.
Materials:
Phifertex Plus
Mesh
1” Webbing
1" Binding
D Rings or Buckles
Tools:
Binder clips
Seamstick tape
Binder attachment (optional)
Instructions:
- Measure size of backing panel and add an 1” for seams. Cut 2 out of Phifertex Plus. Measure and cut 2 panels out of the mesh the same size. Measure and cut sides and bottom out of mesh 3” wide plus an 1” for seams. Cut enough for both sides of the bag so you have two pockets. 
So, you've got your sewing machine aboard. Do you have what you need to get your project started and completed? Wonder what to take on board or if you've forgotten something? Here's a list of the items I use most.
Tools
Hot knife or soldering tool - Essential for finishing the ends of Sunbrella to prohibit raveling. Don't forget a safe surface to use it on. See secret trick.
Heavy-duty scissors, fabric shears and small thread cutter - Like knives to a chef, scissors are to the Seamless Sailor.
Measuring tools, "L" and "T" shaped measuring tools - These measures are great for making patterns. Also need a short measure for at the sewing machine and metal yard stick.
Marking pens - light and dark. The washable ones work well 
Pi - The number π is a mathematical constant that is the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter, and is approximately equal to 3.14159. Wikipedia
In high school I wondered why in the world I would need to understand pi, you know 3.14. Math and I got along just enough to get through. Now I know! I have actually used pi in a practical application. Very exciting for a non-math type. I used pi to figure out how to pattern a winch cover. Winch covers are valuable for protecting those important winches that help give us ability to manage lines under load. And they have a habit of getting lost or blowing away in a storm. It's likely you'll need to make extras at some point.
Materials you'll need:
- Sunbrella
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