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Steamer Sewing Kit

June 16, 2017 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 5 Comments

Make a sewing kit using a bamboo steamer basket

Bamboo steamer baskets make ideal sewing kits – they are the perfect size to hold all the materials and supplies for a small project, are lightweight, and can be stacked. You can find them at Asian supermarkets, chain stores, kitchen stores, or on Amazon. I found this 6 inch steamer at Daiso, the Japanese 100 Yen store – perfect for my steamer sewing kit.

Make a sewing kit using a bamboo steamer basket

Bamboo steamer baskets have gaps in the bottom for the steam to pass through when cooking. If you are using them to hold small supplies, cut a piece of felt to line the bottom of the baskets, and then fill with your favourite supplies.They are surprisingly roomy – and hold lots of supplies.

Make a sewing kit using a bamboo steamer basket

I have stacked some of my favourite vintage haberdashery items in my basket – wooden cotton reels, buttons, cloth tape measure, linen thread, handmade lace, scissors and more.

Make a sewing kit using a bamboo steamer basket

The mini Bonne Maman jars are the perfect size to hold some pins and buttons. I can’t resist the sweet gingham lids. I use a lot of these jars in my sewing room for storage. Check out our Bonne Maman Pinterest page for more ideas on how to use these fun jars.

Make a sewing kit using a bamboo steamer basket

Make a sewing kit using a bamboo steamer basket

A sewing kit is a fun gift to assemble for a friend who loves to sew or who is getting started on their sewing/quilting journey. A few carefully selected tools and supplies can ignite creativity. I am going to keep a few steamer baskets ready for when I need to assemble a gift in a hurry.

Make a sewing kit using a bamboo steamer basket

My steamer sewing kit was inspired by Martha Stewart’s Steamer Basket upgrade.  For more inspiration on creative sewing kits/baskets, check out our Sewing Storage Pinterest Page.

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  1. Susan says

    June 16, 2017 at 6:03 pm

    What a great idea!!!!!

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  2. Quinn says

    June 18, 2017 at 7:01 am

    That’s a really nice idea! I have sewing bits and pieces in several different places – I should get organized so I can actually find what I’m looking for.

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  3. Kez | acaciasdreams.com says

    June 25, 2017 at 10:38 am

    This is such a great idea, so cute!
    You’re in Perth right? Is there a Dasio here now?

    Kez | acaciasdreams.com

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  4. Debbie says

    June 28, 2017 at 8:01 am

    What a charming idea, I may pinch this. Thanks.

    Reply
  5. Bill Hamilton says

    February 28, 2019 at 11:27 pm

    This is a cool idea! I have to sew from time to time, and have a few colors thread and a couple needles, scissors, but nothing “organized”! And, of course, when I need something, I can’t find the “kit” or most parts of it! I found some of those fruit jars in a 50g size. I think they’re smaller than yours, but I can’t quite make out the label. Wish me luck 🍀!

    Regards, Bill

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