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Enhance Your Stitching Experience

By Connie G. Barwick, About.com

I use many of these tools each time I stitch. And, the ones I don't have yet are high on my wish list.

LoRan Pattern Organizer

This organizer is a great place to store patterns before and after use. Since my patterns usually end up a bit rumpled, I really need to invest in one of these. The organizer also has several handy zip pockets for storing other supplies.

LoRan Project Card for Floss

These little organizers are great for organizing floss from simple kits or projects which only have a few colors. Of course, you can also make your own floss organizer too.

LoRan Project Pouches

These vinyl pouches have zip top closures and a sturdy handle. Each package contains one small and one large pouch. The small pouch will hold the 6"x10" LoRan Magnet Board and Folding Stand and other project supplies. The large pouch will hold the 8"x10" LoRan Magnet Board and Folding Stand and other project supplies. These pouches will definitely be a step up from the plastic storage bags I usually favor.

LoRan Stitch Converter

Math is not my friend. I have never been all that good with numbers, so figuring out fabric sizes and such has always been a challenge. This stitch converter goes on my wish list too. I think it would be so nice to twirl a dial and change between fabrics easily.

LoRan Tapestry Needles With Magnetic Needlecase

Tapestry needles with a handy magnetic needlecase that will stick to your magnetic board or a nearby metallic surface. Since the case is flat, there's no worry that it will roll off the table either.

LoRan Thread Organizer

Organize small floss collections or store floss for projects with many color changes.

LoRan/Dritz Magnet Board 12"x 18"

This is definitely on my wish list. I want one to use for patterns I print out from my pattern design software - I would be able to view a large print pattern all at once with this baby.

LoRan/Dritz Magnet Board 6"x 10"

The smaller board is perfect for travel and for small patterns that would swim on the larger boards.

LoRan/Dritz Magnet Board 8"x 10" with Ruler

This is my magnet board of choice. The ruler is always where I can find it and helps me keep me place. I use the board in tandem with the folding stand. Other sizes are available (listed below).

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