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Sew Hungryhippie

Seam Pounder – Nylon Mallet for Bag Making & Sewing

Seam Pounder – Nylon Mallet for Bag Making & Sewing

$20.00 USD
$20.00 USD
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Product Details
Stock #: SHH-MALLET

Product Description

The Seam Pounder Nylon Mallet is an essential tool for bag makers and sewists who want crisp, professional results. Use it to pound seams open, press seams to the side after stitching, or create sharp fabric creases — especially on thick materials like canvas, vinyl, cork, and faux leather where an iron won't cut it.

Features

NO MORE SCREW at the top! NEW design effective March 2026

  • 1-inch diameter high-impact nylon face — won't damage fabric or hardware
  • Finely crafted wooden handle for comfortable grip and control
  • ~10 inches in length — easy to maneuver at the sewing table
  • Ideal for canvas, vinyl, cork, faux leather, and other heavy bag making fabrics

How to Use

  • Pound seams open flat after stitching for a clean, professional finish
  • Press seam allowances to one side before topstitching
  • Create sharp creases on bag panels, straps, and pockets
  • Use on a hard surface like a cutting mat or wooden block for best results

A must-have notion for any serious bag maker. Pairs perfectly with a bone folder for precise crease work.

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  • 5 stars: 27 (96%)
  • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 1 (4%)
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Michelle E.
Great tool.

Great tool that I really did not know I needed.

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Deb B.
Love my

Love my hammer!!!!

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Butter
Awesome Mallet!

I am so happy I purchased this mallet! It is the perfect size and not too heavy. Customer service and shipping were excellent!

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Jan E.
Nylon mallet

The nylon mallet is a game changer. Go weight to its modest size. Makes the substrate more pliable than what I’ve been able to accomplish with my hands. Good investment!

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Anita Z.
The Best.

I am so happy that I purchased your hammer it makes the job of putting a zipper in vinyl. Great investment!

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Haydee I.
Hammer time

My first time using the silcone mallet. So far it has flaten the corners & edges, I enjoy using tools to make gifts easier, thank you

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LaDonna A.
New adventure

Everything you do and products you have for purchase are Top Notch. So enjoy your shows. Will start on the bags I have been purchasing materials for in January, wish me luck, I have only ever made small items before, table runners, placemats, potholder, bowl cozy’s. Will be off on a new adventure… Thank you for what you do. , and Merry Christmas to you all.

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Eva D.
Love it

The best mallet I have ever used.

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Marilynn
New changes are Great!

I debated and waited to get this because I already had original one. However, this newer model is a bit heavier and a better quality than the first one. I love that I don’t have to hit as hard, and the base is bigger to cover more surface when using.

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Bev G.
Great mallet

This is one of the best mallets I have used. It is built so good. I was very impressed and I have been
sewing for over 60 years.

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Landa
Nylon Mallet

These are extremely well made. I got one for myself for seams and one for my husband for his archery bag.

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Jennifer A.
You Need This Whacker!

If you are sewing with vinyl or thick seams, this nylon mallet is perfect for flattening without leaving marks. Good quality - highly recommend!

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RBush
Perfect for quilting and for pounding seams in vinyl

I'm a longarm quilter and this tool was highly recommended to flatten intersecting seams before quilting. It works great!! I also recently made some vinyl pouches and this helped as well.

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Tara C.
Love this mallet!

Really neat tool! Can’t wait to use it!

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Mary

Product is well made. Just as described.

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Paula R.
Wobbly

I can't recommend this mallet. The materials were what I was expecting but the head wobbled on the handle. My husband took it apart and redid the **** holes and now it is perfect but it should have arrived that way. The way it is packaged it would be impossible to tell that it was flawed until it was bought and paid for.

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Karen J.
Seam Pounder

The pounder is made of quality materials and well made. I use all the time when making bags.

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Susan

This is an amazing sewing notion and should be a requirement for every sewing room… it should be right beside your seam ripper, needles, thread, and scissors. Love this mallet 💖 .

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Diane M.
Pounder nylon mallet

I love this seam pounder. I have already used several times and it does not damage the fabric. Very good quality.

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Therese C.
Great Little Whacker!

I love this mallet! It’s the tool I never knew I needed but did! I’ve used it a number of times already and it really makes a huge difference on seams when using vinyl or other bulky material that you don’t want to put an iron to! Definitely worth the money!

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Dorothy
Seam pounder

Works great now I can give my husband his hammer back. Lol

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Clara S.
Seam pounder

Great tool

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Susan S.

The head size on this ribber mallet is just right for flattening 1/4 inch seams.

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Sheila B.
Hammer

Haven’t found a use for it yet.

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Jeanne M.
Seam Pounder

This little gem works wonders. It's one of those tools that make me wonder how I managed lived without it! I highly recommend getting one of your very own👍❤️

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Meigan E.
Great little mallet

This works great on vinyl Fits well on n my hand- so happy I bought it

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l.b.

Works great

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Bthany M.
Love love this hammer!

I cannot go on enough about this hammer! I don’t like cutting away the foam from the seam allowance in my bags but this hammer makes sewing over all of those layers a dream! Thanks Team Sew Hungry Hippie!

  • Hassle-Free Exchanges

    Returns are accepted for damaged items and we will send you a return label. Returns for "changing your mind" are accepted at YOUR return shipping expense.