{"title":"Pattern, Sewing \u0026 Leather Awls","description":"\u003csection id=\"ds-awls\" aria-label=\"Pattern, sewing and leather awls\" style=\"max-width:1120px;margin:12px auto 20px;padding:18px 22px;border:1px solid #dfddd5;border-radius:12px;background:#fbfaf7;color:#263b34;text-align:left;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:14px;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:inherit;font-size:22px;font-weight:650;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 8px;color:#263b34;\"\u003eThe right point for your next project.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eShop pattern awls, tailor’s awls and leather-piercing tools in New Zealand. Compare straight and curved designs from Kearing, Clover, SewMate, Prym and ByAnnie for pattern-paper marking, sewing detail work and suitable bag-making tasks. Choose the awl for your material and the job, with the options below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #dfddd5;padding-top:10px;margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:650;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eWhich awl should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:inherit;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;margin:10px 0 5px;color:#263b34;\"\u003ePattern awls and straight tailor’s awls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eFor marking reference points or piercing pattern paper, compare the Heavy Duty Pattern Awl with the straight Clover and SewMate options. A pointed awl helps with small, precise marks; a pattern notcher makes a different type of reference mark at the paper edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:inherit;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;margin:10px 0 5px;color:#263b34;\"\u003eCurved awls for sewing detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe Clover curved awl is designed for tasks such as shaping curves, guiding cloth and undoing seams. Its bent tip offers a different working angle from a straight awl. Keep the tip and your hands clear of a moving machine needle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:inherit;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;margin:10px 0 5px;color:#263b34;\"\u003eLeather, fabric and bag hardware\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe Prym Ergonomics Awl is specified for piercing paper, fabric and leather. ByAnnie’s Extra-Sharp Awl has a tapered shank for gradually enlarging holes and is designed for installing ByAnnie Tool-Free Snaps, including in suitable leather, vinyl and fabric projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eCheck the individual tool’s intended use and follow the fitting instructions for your hardware. Not every awl suits every leather thickness, and an awl does not replace the setting tools required by some eyelets, rivets or snaps. These are marking and piercing tools, not complete leather hand-stitching kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eTest on an offcut, support the material on a suitable surface and keep fingers away from the point. Cover sharp tips when stored and keep out of children’s reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:12px 0 0;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pattern-tools-equipment\" style=\"color:#a91d35;text-underline-offset:3px;\"\u003ePattern tools \u0026amp; equipment\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bag-making-supplies-patterns\" style=\"color:#a91d35;text-underline-offset:3px;\"\u003eBag-making supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pattern-awl","title":"Heavy Duty Pattern Awl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/collections\/pattern-rulers\" title=\"Pattern Making Equipment\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/collections\/pattern-rulers\"\u003ePattern Making Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cb\u003ePattern Awl\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeavy Duty Awl\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern awl is a must-have for quick, easy hole punching in pattern paper and leather. Useful for tracing intricate work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kearing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":303158553,"sku":"HA3","price":3.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/heavy-duty-pattern-awl-with-dark-wooden-handle-and-pointed-steel-shaft.jpg?v=1788935057"},{"product_id":"clover-485w","title":"Clover Tailors Awl - Straight","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cb\u003eClover Tailor's Awl\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern awl is a must-have for quick, easy hole punching in pattern paper and leather. Useful for tracing intricate work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThe Straight Tailor’s Awl is convenient for detailed work. Designed for piercing small holes or craft works for doll making, or patterns to mark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clover","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45480371028189,"sku":"485W","price":10.8,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/clover-straight-tailor-s-awl-with-white-handle-and-protective-cover.jpg?v=1788935140"},{"product_id":"clover-4880","title":"Clover Tailors Awl - Curved","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cb\u003eClover Tailor's Awl\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurved\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern awl is a must-have for quick, easy hole punching in pattern paper and leather. Useful for tracing intricate work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its curved tip, this awl is perfect for such tasks as producing curves, feeding cloth, or undoing seams. In addition, the tip has a smooth finish, which makes injury to the cloth or your fingers difficult.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clover","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45480383512797,"sku":"4880","price":26.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/clover-curved-tailor-s-awl-with-white-handle-and-protective-cover.jpg?v=1788935140"},{"product_id":"sewmate-dwst01p","title":"SewMate Tailors Awl - Straight","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cb\u003eTailor's Awl\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThe Straight Tailor’s Awl is convenient for detailed work. Designed for piercing small holes or craft works for doll making, or patterns to mark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake sewing and quilting easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for sewing and quilting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree for left and right handed user\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse this handy tool for piercing holes on fabric or leathers, picking collar tips, making dolls, etc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s also helpful for fine handwork which is not easily done with your fingertips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SewMate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45633949270237,"sku":"DWST01P","price":7.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/sewmate-straight-tailor-s-awl-with-blue-handle-in-retail-packaging.jpg?v=1788935163"},{"product_id":"prym-ergonomics-awl-sewing-leather-craft-piercing-tool","title":"Prym Ergonomics Awl | Sewing, Leather \u0026 Craft Piercing Tool","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePrym Ergonomics Awl | Sewing, Leather \u0026amp; Craft Piercing Tool\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row product-detail-headline\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-12 product-heading-name-container\" data-cms-element-id=\"0194ffd12e7979b399a93554598f11fd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cms-element-product-name\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-variant-characteristics product-detail-variant-characteristics\"\u003eColour\/Surface: \u003cspan class=\"product-variant-characteristics-option\"\u003eviolet\/silver-coloured \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-variant-characteristics product-detail-variant-characteristics\"\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan class=\"product-variant-characteristics-option\"\u003e12 cm \u003c\/span\u003e|\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cms-element-buy-box\" data-buy-box=\"true\" data-buy-box-options='{\"elementId\":\"0194ffd12e7979b399a935566a3ae0c9\"}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-detail-buy-0194ffd12e7979b399a935566a3ae0c9 js-magnifier-zoom-image-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"val-article-number\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"val-article-bullet-points\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAwl to punch holes in fabric, paper, leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 to 5 mm diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErgonomically shaped handle for effortless use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith an end cap to extend the handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"684\"\u003eThe Prym Ergonomics Awl is a precision tool designed for sewists, leatherworkers and crafters who need clean and accurate holes without damaging their materials. The polished steel tip tapers smoothly, allowing you to enlarge holes gradually and control the exact size you need. It is ideal for positioning fabrics, guiding seams, piercing layers, shaping corners on turned projects and preparing holes for eyelets, rivets, press studs and decorative hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eThe soft ergonomic handle fits naturally in the hand and prevents slipping, giving you steady pressure and better accuracy when working on thicker materials. Its lightweight feel makes it comfortable for long periods of use such as bag making, pattern work or leather craft. The included protective cap keeps the point covered during storage, making it safe to keep in a sewing toolbox, drawer or classroom kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003eThis awl is part of the Prym Ergonomics range, known for quality tools that combine comfort, durability and precise workmanship. A dependable everyday tool that improves accuracy on both fabric and leather projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/51Ofpqb6Myg?si=RoCsk1Mk5IdWmdSU\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"val-article-number\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-detail-container product-detail-ordernumber-container\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"product-detail-label product-detail-ordernumber-label\"\u003ePRYM Article number: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product-detail-ordernumber\"\u003e610935\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Prym","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47062742270173,"sku":"610935","price":15.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/prym-ergonomics-awl-with-purple-handle-and-protective-cap-fitted.webp?v=1788935220"},{"product_id":"byannie-extra-sharp-awl","title":"ByAnnie Extra-Sharp Awl","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreate controlled holes for bag hardware with the ByAnnie Extra-Sharp Awl. Designed for fitting ByAnnie Tool-Free Snaps, its tapered metal shank lets you gradually enlarge a hole to the size required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor fabric, vinyl, leather, faux leather, interfacing and Soft and Stable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable beechwood handle and strong half-tang construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 4½ inches (approximately 11.4cm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle width at its widest point: ¾ inch (approximately 1.9cm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack contains one awl; snaps are sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUsing the awl\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse for marking and puncturing materials, following the fitting instructions for your chosen hardware. Keep the sharp tip covered when stored and out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ByAnnie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48520371798237,"sku":"SUP218","price":37.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/byannie-extra-sharp-awl-wooden-handle.png?v=1788943642"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/collections\/sewing-pattern-awls-nz.oembed","provider":"Direct Sewing Machines \u0026 Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}