I'm sure you have everything you need at home to create incredible things, but… what happens when you go away for a few days? What if you feel like continuing with that project you're so hooked on? Or what if sewing is one of the activities you enjoy and relax with the most? If you're one of those people, we have 5 words for you: travel sewing kit.
Easter is just around the corner. Great! A few days of vacation at last! (If you have those days off, of course, because in some industries, such as tourism and hospitality, they're the busiest days of the year.) But let's suppose you get a few days of rest. Breaking from your routine and getting away for a few days: perhaps to your hometown, to visit family, or to a beautiful country house hidden in the mountains. We can't wait!
When people travel, some take a book, a laptop, a stack of crossword magazines… Something to keep them entertained, enjoy their free time, and clear their minds. However, as you could read in this post about sewing's relaxing qualities, it may be that the activity that relaxes you and helps you feel better is sewing. But it's difficult to take everything with you, right?
Well, as they say, impossible is nothing! Here we're suggesting a few solutions for creating a travel sewing kit you can take with you everywhere.
Preparing your travel sewing kitDo you already have your machine packed in its case? Perfect, then don't forget to bring:
Mini iron
If you're subscribed to Lulu Ferris, you've already seen Laura use it in some tutorials. It's lightweight, compact, and works wonderfully. Don't let its size fool you; it's small but mighty: high power, dual voltage, and a water reservoir for ironing with or without steam.
And it takes up practically no space! We already use it for everything without needing to travel anywhere. Here's the link to the mini iron.
Cutting mat + pressing mat
But you'll need to press on something, right? Of course; we've thought of everything. To save space, nothing beats a two-in-one. That's why we love this 20×30 cm double-sided surface. On one side it's a cutting mat, with all the lines and measurements; on the other, it's a pressing board, with an adorable floral print as well.
It fits perfectly in a suitcase, even if it's not one of those giant suitcases, and it's very lightweight. It's also perfect if you have only a small space at home for your sewing things. You can take a closer look at the cutting and pressing mat at this link.
Case or basket for carrying your supplies
And to carry your fabrics, threads, markers, scissors, and other supplies, you'll need a basket or case that's the right size for your needs. And of course, it should be pretty. What do you think of a case-style bag like the one in the photo?
It's very convenient for traveling because the closure ensures that everything stays safely tucked away and nothing spills around the trunk of the car. However, among the Club tutorials you'll find other alternatives, such as this semi-rigid fabric basket with a divider and lid, which is also wonderful.
And don't forget to bring your sewing notebook with its adjustable case that's super-cool! Now you're ready to travel around the world :)
