Set yourself up for success in your FAS 111 Pattern Making and Sewing classes at Stephens College with this complete, instructor-approved kit. Designed specifically for fashion design students, this kit ensures you have every essential tool required for drafting, sewing, fitting, and construction projects throughout the semester.
Curated by IDS-LA, this kit features premium, long-lasting, industry-standard tools used by professional pattern makers and apparel designers. With high-precision rulers, durable cutting tools, muslin, tracing tools, needles, and organizational supplies, this kit supports you from your first pattern block to your final garment.
Perfect for beginners and advanced students alike—everything you need is included in one convenient package.
What’s Inside the FAS 111 Class Kit
Cutting & Sewing Essentials
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Gingher G-TIN 8” Knife-Edge Bent-Handle Dressmaker Shears
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Golden Eagle TC-100 Plastic Thread Clipper
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Collins C69 3.5" Seam Ripper
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Bent 6" Tweezers
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Muslin – 5 yards x 63"
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Set of 3 Erasable Pens
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Grabbit Magnetic Pin Cushion
Professional Measuring & Drafting Tools
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C-thru B-85 – 2” x 18" Beveled Edge Graphed Ruler (1/8")
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C-thru B-50 – 1” x 6" Beveled Edge Graphed Ruler (1/8")
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Clover 9506 – 5-in-1 Sliding Gauge
Sewing Machine Accessories
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Single Needle Package (Machine Feet, Bobbin Cases, and Bobbins)
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Organ Needles 16x257, Size 12, Regular Point – Pack of 10
Marking, Tracing & Pattern Tools
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Dritz DR57 – Pack of 50 Assorted Hand Sewing Needles
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Tailor’s Chalk
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Dritz D634-66 – Wax-Free Tracing Paper
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Dritz D745 – Serrated Tracing Wheel
? Pins & Organization
This comprehensive kit provides everything required for your coursework—no searching, no guesswork, and no missing tools during class.
Why Students Choose the FAS 111 Kit from IDS-LA
Meets Stephens College FAS 111 requirements
Professional-grade tools for accuracy and durability
All supplies in one complete package—no need to buy separately
Ideal for sewing, draping, and pattern development projects
Trusted brands including Gingher, C-thru, Clover, and Dritz
Perfect for fashion design majors and beginners
This is the kit you’ll use in your first semester—and continue using throughout your design education.
FAQ – FAS 111 Pattern Making Kit
1. Is this the official required kit for FAS 111 at Stephens College?
Yes. This kit includes all essential tools typically required for FAS 111 sewing and pattern making coursework.
2. Do I need to buy every item listed?
Yes—your instructors expect you to arrive prepared with the complete set of drafting, sewing, and measuring tools.
3. Are the rulers and shears professional quality?
Absolutely. We use trusted brands like Gingher, C-thru, Clover, and Dritz—all industry standards.
4. Is this kit suitable for beginners?
Yes. The tools are easy to use, student-friendly, and appropriate for all skill levels.
5. Are the machine accessories compatible with school sewing machines?
Yes. The bobbins, feet, and needle types are compatible with most single-needle machines used in academic sewing labs.
6. Can I purchase replacement items?
Yes. All individual items are available through IDS-LA if you ever need replacements.