Kit de couture mini Sallie Tomato

I was skeptical a kit this small could actually come in handy, but the measuring tape and safety pins have already saved me twice this week. Everything stays put in the case’s zippered pockets, and the little scissors are genuinely sharp, not just decorative.

The zippered black case is surprisingly sturdy, and everything stays in its place even after I tossed it in my work bag for a week. The multi-colored threads cover all the basic shades I need, and the measuring tape alone has saved me multiple trips to the kitchen drawer.

The little scissors in this kit are actually sharp enough to cut through denim, which surprised me. Having all the threads and buttons packed into that zippered case makes it perfect for tossing in my bag for on-the-go fixes.