Shakespeare's Peddler - needlework on the net since 1997

Accessories and Gadgets

These are the items I sell the most of. I have other gadgets and accessories in stock, but can order MANY more! If there is a gadget or accessory you're looking for, let me know, and I'll see if I can track it down for you.

Thread Drops: The Flip Flop and Hop Hop Thread Drops are shown above, but I also have Regular Thread Drops (which are teardrop shaped). These are $5.95 per packet, and are super-duper popular. Great for organizing your silks, which once they're pulled out of their paper legwarmers look desperately for somewhere to call home.

Highlighter Tape has become a staple for many stitchers. Use pieces of this REMOVABLE and see-through tape to mark where you've been on a pattern, where you're going, what you've finished, or just to save your place for next time. Comes in the following colors: blue, red, green, orange, yellow and pink. $2.45/roll.

Floss-A-Way Thread Organizer A system of 3 by 5 inch zip-close plastic bags, rings to organize your floss. Much better for your floss than bobbins.

36 bags with 1 inch ring $3.60
100 bag Econo Pack $6.30
100 bag Econo Pack with Jumbo Ring $7.50
NOTE: The cardboard tote that used to be manufactured by Floss-A-Way has been DISCONTINUED and I do not have these anymore.

Q-Snaps Stitching Frames and Spare Pairs. I use these myself when I need a hoop. They're a simple stretcher bar system that uses plastic pipes and clips. They keep your fabric much neater, and, I think, put less stress on your stitching. Be sure to take stitching out of a hoop or stretcher system whenever you're not stitching.
Q-Snap Frame 6" by 6". $10.60.
Q-Snap Frame 8" by 8". $11.30.
Q-Snap Frame 11" by 11". $13.20.
Q-Snap Frame 11" by 17". $14.50.
Q-Snap Frame 17" by 17". $15.70
Q-Snap Spare Pair 8" (half a frame) $5.90
Q-Snap Spare Pair 11" (half a frame). $7.40
Q-Snap Spare Pair 17" (half a frame). $8.40
Replacement clamps for 8" Q-Snaps, pkg. of 2. $2.65.
Replacement clamps for 11" Q-Snaps, pkg. of 2. $2.85.

Needles

Mary Arden Needles: These are my favorites, fine English needles made in the town where Shakespeare's mother (Mary Arden) lived! These are really smooth and each needle is carefully inspected.

Tapestry 22, 24, 26, 28 (26 is a great all-purpose size) $1.60/pack
Tapestry Petites 22, 24, 26, 28 $2.15/pack

John James Tapestry Petites: these shorter needles allow for maximum thread usage. Specify size 22, 24, 26 or 28. $2/card of six.

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