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These are the things that actually live in my studio… the tools I reach for every day.
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Favorite Machines, Books, and Tools for all levels.
Juki TL-2010Q Straight Stitch Machine
A workhorse of a machine. Fast, sturdy, and simple in the best way. When I'm piecing quilts, this machine just goes.
Sewing Parts Online
When you don’t know where to find something, it’s here.
Sewtites
Simplify your cutting with magnetic mats and rulers. USE CODE: AIMEEELZAYATY FOR 10% OFF
Electric Quilter Software
I love this for envisioning quilt layouts and colours.
LDH Scissors
A small business making seriously beautiful tools. The ones I use the most:
• Scalloped Pinking Shears
• Midnight Edition Ergonomic 10" Fabric Shears
Sharp. Comfortable. They last forever.
Martelli 45mm Ergonomic Rotary Cutter
This one changed everything for me. The ergonomic grip reduces wrist fatigue, so I can cut for long stretches.
Linda’s Online Shop
Great source for batting, thread, wide back fabric and cuddle/minky fabrics
Aurifil Thread
My everyday piecing thread is 50 wt Dove Grey. It blends into almost everything and runs beautifully through the machine.
Wonderfil Specialty Threads
When I want to play with texture or heavier stitching, Wonderfil threads are incredible.
Oliso
Two irons I love: Oliso M3Pro Mini Iron- Small, powerful, and perfect for detailed pressing. Oliso Smart Iron - Large, hot, and lifts itself off the mat.
Modern American Vintage Clapper
A beautifully handcrafted pressing tool that helps seams lie perfectly flat.
Tools matter. But the energy of a studio matters just as much. These are the things that make the space feel alive.
Arrow Sewing Cabinets
An electric lift cabinet customized to fit all machines that keeps the studio organized and lets the machine disappear when the table becomes a cutting or planning surface.
Felt Right Panels. My design wall lets me move blocks around until the quilt starts telling me what it wants to be. Use code AIMEE
Husky Adjustable Workbench A rolling pressing station with adjustable height so I can move it where I need it.
Dirty Quilter Hoodie
Tea in my Dirty Quilter Mug within reach
Books We Read
• The Quilting Book
• Alice’s Wonderland Sampler Quilt
• Quilting with Tula and Angela
• The Ultimate Guide to Free Motion Quilting
• Walk: Master Machine Quilting with Your Walking Foot
• BONUS: QuiltFolk Magazine. Each issue represents a different state.
Each of these books helped expand how I think about quilts and techniques.
Mentors Who Inspire Me
Maria Shell - Based in Alaska, Maria’s improv quilting and fearless use of color are endlessly inspiring.
Allie McCathren- Based in Houston, Allie has an incredible ability to combine scraps and unexpected fabrics into quilts that somehow just work. Her recent work also explores political storytelling through quilts.
We believe in supporting the small shops that keep the quilting world alive. These are some of my favorites.
• Quilt with Miss Kate
• Joy in the Seam
• Wyldwood Creative
• By and By
• Lo & Behold Stitchery
• Jittery Wings Quilt Co
• Sewtopia
• Stitch Supply Co
• Modern American Vintage