Quilt Basting Micro Stitch Tagging Gun Kit Includes 1 Needle, 540 Black Fasteners, 540 White Fasteners, for Basting Quilts, Drapery Hems, Etc.

The Avery Dennison 11187 MicroStitch® is a complete retail package, sold with the tool, over 1,000 clip fasteners and an instruction manual. This kit supplies you with 600 white and 480 black tiny fasteners. The MicroStitch is an attaching tool that requires no pins, no glue and no large tacks. This is the crafter's choice for basting quilts, repairing fallen hems, hemming drapes, tailoring garments, tacking appliques, assembling frame keepsakes or just decorating crafts. This hand-held attaching gun is easy to use and applies a micro plastic fastener that can be sewn over. This fastening tool is also ideal for quick clothing repairs. This tool features a small, extra-fine needle, a durable metal feeding mechanism and a trigger that is easy to squeeze. The MicroStitch can be used on fine fabrics and the tiny fastener can be easily removed with a quick pull or snap.

• Actual fastener size - over 35% smaller than any other basting tacks.
  
• Easy-to-use tool saves time on basting and more.
  
• Small, extra-fine needle is gentle on fabric.
  
• Makes quick clothing repairs simple.
  
• Tiny micro fasteners can be sewn over.
  
• Fasteners can be easily removed with a quick pull or snip.
  
• Durable metal feed mechanism.
  
• No batteries required.
  
  Compatible Fasteners Include:
  11/64" (4.4mm) White Micro Fasteners (11172-0)
  11/64" (4.4mm) Black Micro Fasteners (11173-0)
  11/64" (4.4mm) Black & White Micro Fasteners (11186-0)
  14/64" (5.4mm) White Micro Fasteners (11184-0)
  14/64" (5.4mm) Black Micro Fasteners (11185-0)
  
  Compatible Needles Include:
  11215-0 (1 needle in a package)
  11041-0 (4 needles in a package)
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Quick Fixes

• Hemming
  
• Garment repairs & tailoring
  
• Attaching sequins
  
• Adjusting a necklace
  
  Crafts
  
• Basting patchwork quilts
  
• Shadow box framing
  
• School projects
  
• Tacking appliques
  
• Decorating gift bags
  
  Home Projects
  
• Adjusting a dust ruffle/bed skirt
  
• Repairing or shortening a sofa skirt
  
• Decorating for the holidays

Removing the needle guard

1. Remove protective needle guard before using.

2. ALWAYS cover needle with guard when tool is not in use.

Loading micro fasteners

1. Insert the long end of the round connecting bar on the micro fastener clip into the round guide slot at the top of the tool.

2. Gently push the micro fastener clip into the guide until it “clicks” in place. Be careful not to distort the individual fasteners. The tool is ready for use.

How to remove a partially used clip

1. Squeeze the trigger all the way.

2. Pull the clip out of the round guide slot.

3. Release the trigger all the way.

4. Check the partial clip for damage before re-loading.*

*Always discard clips that have micro fasteners that are out of place, distorted or damaged. A damaged clip can cause feeding or jamming problems.

Inserting micro fasteners

1. Push the needle of the tool through the items to be attached.

2. Hold the material firmly against the front of the tool and squeeze the trigger completely.

3. Release the trigger.

4. Withdraw the needle and tool from the material.

5. Material is now securely attached.

6. Always use the needle guard when the tool is not in use.

Installing & removing needles

To install the needle:
1. Place the needle, point end first, into the needle guard.

2. Turn the needle lock towards the front of the tool as shown.

3. Insert the needle with the needle slot aligned with the slot in the tool.

4. Once in place, turn the needle lock 180° back towards the rear of the tool.

To remove the needle:
1. Place the needle, point end first, into the needle guard.

2. Turn the needle lock towards the front of the tool as shown.

3. Slide the needle out of the tool.

Helpful tips

• Make sure needle is pushed all the way through fabric.

• Keep layers smooth and flat while fastening.

• When basting a quilt, use a basting grate or quilting hoop for fabric support to eliminate the need to put your hand under the quilt.

• To remove the micro fasteners, use blunt-pointed scissors, cuticle clippers, or a quick pull with your fingers.