In every single sewing seminar I have done, I have given the students a sewing gauge as part of the package they get. I have been amazed that NOT ONE of them even knew what I was talking about when I said, “get out your gauge”! They would look at the box of tools with a blank look until they spotted the name of the tool on the package.
I use the sewing gauge every day. I use it to mark hems, to mark where the trim goes on the bodice or skirt, to adjust a pattern, and so many other things there is not room to list them all. There will be some explicit instructions for use later. For now, just be sure you have one in your tool box by your machine! Dritz is the kind I always buy, they are quality and inexpensive. Just click this link to find one Dritz Sewing Gauge
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