Sewing Boxes

Sewing boxes belong in every backpack. A loose button, a tear in your trousers or a loose strap on your bag: with needle and thread, you fix it in no time. That way your clothes last longer and you do not walk around with a hole for the whole trip. It is handy at the campsite, on a trip and simply at home.

What is in sewing boxes?

The basics are simple: needles, thread and a few handy extras. Everything has its own spot, so you lose nothing. As a result, you grab what you need fast, even in a small tent with little light. Moreover, the kit is small and light. You do not feel it in your bag, yet you are glad when you need it.

It also helps with your gear. You close a small tear in a sleeping bag or a loose loop on your backpack in no time. You can even sew a loose button back on your jacket in a minute. So your kit stays in good shape for longer.

What should you look for?

First, think about what you want the kit for. For on the go, a compact kit, such as the one from BCB, is ideal. Also check the contents. Strong thread is good for thick cloth, such as a tent or a backpack. That way a tear does not mean you need new trousers right away. Finally, practise a button and a stitch at home. Then it comes naturally outdoors.

What you find in this collection

• BCB Sewing Kit: small, light and therefore always with you.
• For a bigger tear in cloth, take a look at textile repair kits.
• You also find things for your tent in tent maintenance.

In short, sewing boxes are small, yet they save your day. You find more handy kit in equipment.