The crafts of sewing and knitting have unfortunately gained a reputation for being pastimes of the elderly, however this couldn't be further from the truth. Thousands of people of all ages enjoy sewing and knitting for pleasure, and the crafts are as strong today as they have ever been. Not surprisingly, there is a huge market for sewing and knitting supplies, and if you know where to look you can often find exactly what you need at very reasonable prices.

Sewing Supplies
There are a number of different types of sewing crafts including tailoring, embroidery, lace-making and cross stitch. Some crafts, such as tailoring, need specialised equipment like sewing machines and over-lockers, whereas other disciplines only require a piece of fabric, some thread and a needle to get started.

If you are just starting out and want to try your hand at embroidery or cross stitch, then you will need a basic sewing kit. These can often be bought complete or alternatively you can just buy the items that you need. Items to consider include different sized needles, a thimble, scissors, bobbins and maybe a needle and pin case if you think it worthwhile. You will also need a pattern, fabric and threads. Some cross stitch patterns come complete with everything you need, including the needle and threads, and these are great choices for beginners.

Buying Supplies for Sewing
The old fashioned haberdashery shops are not as common as they used to be, however you can easily buy all the supplies you need for sewing in other general stores and on the internet. Buying embroidery threads and fabrics second hand can save you quite a lot of money if you are a regular buyer. It is important to make sure that you buy enough fabric or thread to do the job though, as it may not be available again should you run out.

You can also often buy complete cross stitch patterns second hand for greatly reduced prices. This is because people buy them on a whim and never actually get round to starting them! Buying complete kits takes all the hard work out of cross stitch, as you don't have to shop around for the correct fabric and all of the different threads that are listed on the pattern. If you enjoy this part of the process however, it might be worth looking around for second hand skeins or part-skeins of embroidery thread that other sewing enthusiasts no longer need.

A second hand sewing machine is also a good idea for beginner tailors, as you might lose your enthusiasm after your first project. Make sure that the sewing machine you buy is in good working order and that all of the accessories are included. An instruction manual also helps, as does a few bobbins and threads to start you off.

Knitting Supplies
Knitting supplies are also easy to come by on the internet and in specialist shops. To begin with you will need a pair of needles, some wool and a good instruction book! Alternatively you could take the easy option and invest in a knitting machine. These are a great buy if you intend to knit your own clothes, or if you want to start a small business making knitted items.

Additional supplies you may want as you improve, include a knitting bag so you can carry your current project around with you, extra needles of different sizes, more adventurous types of wool and a few patterns. There are literally thousands of patterns available for knitted garments, bedclothes, cushion covers and objects such as knitted toys for young children. You might also want to branch out into crochet so you can make blankets, purses and a whole host of other items.

Buying Supplies for Knitting
One of the most important things to remember when buying wool for knitting is to buy enough when you start! Although the pattern might say you need 10 balls of wool, it is probably better to buy 11, just to be on the safe side, as you may not be able to get an extra ball should you need it at a later date.

Buying wool and patterns second hand is a good way to save money. You should make sure the wool is the type you need and that all the balls come from the same batch. This is because there is often a slight colour difference between different batches, and this will show in a finished garment. Patterns should be in good condition and easy to read with a picture of the finished garment if possible.

Conclusion
Thousands of people take up sewing and knitting each year, however thousands give up the hobby as well. This means that there are always quality second hand items available to buy. If you do a bit of research and check the internet sites regularly, you can often pick up a very good deal on sewing and knitting supplies that will keep you going for the foreseeable future at least.
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