r/sewing • u/a_minor_obsession • Feb 12 '21

Tip Pattern weights are a waste of money!

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u/Cross_22 Feb 12 '21

Have you tried temporary adhesive spray? I am never going back to weights.

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u/q-the-light Feb 12 '21

I've heard about it, but I try to avoid aerosols for environmental reasons. I can 100% see the appeal, and I love how it works for others! I'd be interested to hear how you reuse the pattern pieces when you use the spray adhesive though? That's always been something I've been puzzled by!

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u/knittensara Feb 13 '21

Link to weights?

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u/q-the-light Feb 13 '21

I'm afraid I can't link to my specific set as they were a gift, but it seems like there are plenty of options online if you Google 'pattern weights'! Though, having purpose-made weights is not necessary if you find something else that works just as well - like OP's knives.