By Erica Reagle | Updated Jan 19, 2021 9:44 AM

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Sewing kits allow you to quickly and conveniently mend, hem, patch, and otherwise complete minor sewing projects at home and while traveling. These kits, which are typically small, organized cases or boxes with a variety of supplies such as thimbles, needles, thread, scissors, and spare buttons, come in handy when you don’t want to use—or haven’t got access to—a sewing machine.

When shopping for the best sewing kit, think about the type and amount of supplies you’re most likely to need. Whether you want a kit for home use or to toss in your bag for emergency repairs while away, there are plenty of options to choose from in a variety of sizes and styles. Read on to check out the options considered among the best sewing kits for beginners, experts, and folks in between.

If you need sewing supplies for a quick repair or even want to start sewing as a hobby, consider one of these compact, portable kits. With useful supplies such as scissors, needles, thread, and measuring tape, these are some of the best sewing kits for patches and repairs.

This versatile sewing kit includes a spectrum of premium supplies, neatly arranged in a zippered, faux leather case. The kit includes spools of thread, large needles, a metal thimble, stainless steel scissors, extra-long pearl sewing pins, and more. You’ll have what you need to fix seams, attach patches, replace buttons, and take care of other repairs. Elastic straps keep the supplies neat and secure inside the case; once zipped up, the lightweight, portable case is good to go in a purse, glove compartment, or travel bag.

This compact sewing kit boasts a bunch of useful sewing supplies nestled neatly in a zippered case that can be thrown into a backpack or purse. Sewing supplies include 14 spools of thread (black, white, and a dozen colors), stainless steel scissors, a measuring tape, seam ripper, spare buttons, safety pins, and more. The needles are stored in a separate clear plastic container that closes for safety. This portable sewing kit can be used for repairing clothes and making crafts.

This budget-friendly sewing kit comes with the sewing supplies needed for fashion emergencies, like replacing buttons, fixing a torn hemline, or repairing a torn sleeve. Convenient sewing supplies include scissors, 14 spools of thread, a variety of needles for stitching on various fabrics, and a seam ripper that makes pulling out stitches a breeze; there are even a few buttons to help you out in a pinch. The faux leather case zips securely and is small enough to tote in a purse.

If you’re looking for a bigger sewing kit with extra supplies and more thread, this Inscraft option may be just the ticket. It boasts over 200 sewing accessories and tools organized in a zippered, faux leather storage case. Supplies include 41 extra-large spools of quality thread (with some multicolored choices), 40 colored pins, 30 sewing needles, and 9 stitch markers. This sewing kit also comes with an assortment of buttons in different colors and sizes as well as a measuring tape and stainless steel scissors. It even boasts some helpful supplies other kits lack, such as a fabric pen, pin cushion, needle threaders, and a magnifier.

Plenty of useful sewing accessories are packed into this compact 5.5-inch square case. There are 12 spools of premium thread, stainless steel scissors, a metal thimble, 30 assorted sewing needles, measuring tape, and more. This kit also includes three white and three black buttons for quick repairs. Its scant weight and mini size make it a good option for sewing needs and quick repairs at home, in the office, or while traveling, as it can tuck easily into a purse, desk drawer, even a coat pocket.

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