Description
Sawtooth Tracing Wheel: The Dressmaker’s Versatile Marking Tool
The sawtooth tracing wheel is a sewing and crafting essential, used to transfer pattern markings accurately from paper patterns onto fabric. This simple yet effective tool features a rotating wheel with short, sharp teeth along its edge, leaving a precise dashed line of indentations as it rolls across the fabric.
Key Features:
- Sawtooth Wheel: The small, toothed wheel is typically made of metal for durability and sharpness. Teeth are short to puncture fabric without tearing it.
- Handle: Comes in various materials like wood, plastic, or metal, offering different grips and weights.
- Tracing Wheel Set: Often sold as part of a set including additional tools like a smooth tracing wheel for delicate fabrics.
Benefits and Uses:
- Accurate Pattern Transfer: Ideal for intricate patterns or precise placement of details
- No Messy Inks: Offers clear marking without the risk of ink bleeding or smudging.
- Efficient: Creates quick marking for both seam lines and seam allowances simultaneously.
- Versatile: Suitable for many fabrics, from cotton to delicate silks (test on a scrap first).
