Successful construction projects require some essential tools to make the steps easier and the results superior. You will need tools for marking, measuring, cutting, sewing, and pressing. Your tool inventory will probably grow as you learn and use new skills. Collect good tools and keep them in a sturdy box or basket. You can paint or cover a cardboard box, use a commercial sewing box, or use an attractive basket or other container. Use small boxes inside your larger box to keep tools organized. Basic tools for your sewing box include the following:
