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Pootle
18-05-2016, 10:59 AM
Pretty exciting topic here...
I was replacing a couple of buttons today. and it occurred to me that I've not carried a sewing kit in my day pack since I misplaced mine, probably a couple of years back now.
so I put one together whilst I had the stuff to hand.http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160518/f5ddd2f1528954f3383f9554a5309439.jpg

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160518/c81f60f05ae4c160952fa22cb5126a5b.jpg

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160518/bdcd4b7ddb4cc2ee176bac76d467d36f.jpg

there's a couple of pre threaded needles in a cotton wool pad with a few more needles. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160518/2fdcec044aeafc19519113850d0cbc08.jpg

and a threader with built in thread cutter.
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160518/3d9ee5e418627adb065c9c4a62b6762f.jpg

plus a lighter with led light on it, a safety pin (ill add more but need to pick some up. And a spool of cotton thread. I can't think of anything else that might be worth putting in there. I always have my sak on me so that covers cutting etc.

Anything any of you carry for fabric repairs? I generally have some gaffer tape somewhere in my bag so I've not added any here.

Ehecatl
18-05-2016, 11:20 AM
Great idea. Don't forget dental floss for more heavy duty sewing. I've been told it doesn't rot which could be a bonus for certain repairs. Some people even us it for cleaning between their teeth! (what ever next! :happy-clapping: )

wildwanderingwoodsman
18-05-2016, 01:47 PM
This is my sewing kit I carry
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160518/912c1bacb7e914b719080e68e9a24762.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160518/296405905227fa7f46f9825639b04988.jpg


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David_JAFO
18-05-2016, 03:27 PM
hello,
I used to have a linen roll British WWII Hussif dated 1942, now since the contents have grown, I carry a small Sistema container with all my bits n' bobs.
Regards
David

Woody
18-05-2016, 05:21 PM
This is my sewing kit I carry
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160518/912c1bacb7e914b719080e68e9a24762.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160518/296405905227fa7f46f9825639b04988.jpg


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That is smart. [emoji106]

Pootle
19-05-2016, 12:16 PM
This is my sewing kit I carry
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160518/912c1bacb7e914b719080e68e9a24762.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160518/296405905227fa7f46f9825639b04988.jpg


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Yeah that looks pretty tidy. though I think I'd struggle with cold fingers, hence the pre threaded needle!

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David_JAFO
20-05-2016, 05:13 PM
hello,
Bump.. :p I should have added to the thread (pardon the pun) clear duct tape the British Forces are held together by this tape, instant multi use for running repairs.
Regards
David

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Woody
21-05-2016, 12:11 AM
hello,
Bump.. [emoji14] I should have added to the thread (pardon the pun) clear duct tape the British Forces are held together by this tape, instant multi use for running repairs.
Regards
David

13675
I second that , gaffer tape and zip ties... that's the extent of my sewing ability.
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shepherd
21-05-2016, 09:08 AM
in a small pouch in my haversack - which is kept in my work truck constantly i carry a nice little sewing kit, which iv used far more than most other bits of kits i carry.... fairly simple.. a couple of different colored spools of thread, small scissors, assorted small needles, 2 sail needles, thimble etc... i use it alot. would be lost without it.. T^

Pete6015
23-03-2017, 07:40 PM
Its always a good idea to carry some Beeswax. If you run the thread through it, it makes it more durable and if your sewing a waterproof it adds to that as well.

Ehecatl
24-03-2017, 07:35 AM
Or just use dental floss instead - it won't rot and is very tough. :happy-clapping:

Woody
25-03-2017, 11:53 PM
Or just use dental floss instead - it won't rot and is very tough. :happy-clapping:
Nice tip there M@!
Never knew that... 👍👍
Thank you for sharing