Some of the tools and raw materials used for the Applique work of Aligarh:
01. Scissors:
It is used for cutting the fabric to the required pattern sizes.
02. Needles:
It is generally used for hand sewing with sharp point and medium length of size varying about 70-80 millimeter.
03. Pins:
It is used to fasten materials together with a long form and sharp tip.
04. Safety Pins:
They are used to tack layers together for machine that makes it easier to clip than straight pins.
05. Thread:
In case of Applique work generally sewing thread of cotton for cotton fabric and silk for silk fabric are preferred.
06. Thimbles:
It is used as a shield on finger that drives the needles in sewing.
07. Iron:
It is used to press cloths to take away the creases formed on the fabric.
08. Good Light:
For accurate color matching put a blue daylight bulb into a desk or ceiling lamp.
09. Sewing Machine:
It is used to sew basic stitches desirable for patchwork.
10. Rotary Cutting:
It is used with a set of cutter, mat and acrylic ruler.
11. Fabric Markers:
It is used to transfer the design patterns on to the patchwork, fabric.
12. Plastic Template:
It is used for making refillable applique, quilt templates.
13. Masking Tape:
It is used in portions that have to be masked off as it is easily removed without residue.
