Sewing and Needlework Related
1890s cased silver sewing set
c1890s antique silver sewing set, probably German. Four original silver handled tools decorated in a wavy pattern design including a seam knife, fine crochet hook, stiletto and needle case. No hallmarks, but 800 grade silver. Thimble also thought to be original with a wavy pattern design-it has an indistinct '800' German silver mark and a glass or carnelian top. The scissors are plain chrome and not original. The hatpin is also not original and is located where a bodkin probably used to sit. Box clasp is broken but a reproduction can be purchased. $595 Shop 5
Edwardian silver rabbit pin cushion
Edwardian silver pin cushion in the form of a rabbit. By Henry Matthews. Length 5.8 cm. Birmingham 1907. $995 Shop 27
Geo V mens shoe silver pin cushion
Geo V silver pin cushion. Made in the form of a mens shoe. The base (sole) is made of timber. Registration number 548913. Made by S. Blanckensee & Sons, Ltd. Large size, length is 12.7 cm. Chester 1912. $595 Shop 27
Victorian tartanware pin wheel
Early Victorian tartanware pin wheel with original pins. 'Royal Stewart', diameter 5.6 cm. $275 Shop 5
French cased Palais Royal leather concertina glove box and bone glove stretcher
c1850s French "Palais Royal" leather concertina glove box and bone glove stretcher. Made in and sold from the Palais Royal. The shop name is imprinted on the silk on the bottom of the box interior "Taulin 131. Palais Royal". The box contains a bone glove stretcher in a velvet lined fitted space in the lid. The bone stretcher is secured by ornate brass clips. The shop of Mr Taulin housed at number 131 of the famous Palais Royal was appointed to sell to the court of France. "Fr. De S. M. L'IMPERATRICE" is an abbreviation of "Fournisseur de Sa Majastee Imperatrice" - Purveyor of Her Royal Highness the Empress-most probably Eugenie who was married to Napoleon III, Emperor of France 1851 - 1870. Box 27 cm x 9 cm. $438 Shop 5
c1930s Abel Morrell MP crochet & knitting Handy Guide
c1930s bronzed steel MP Handy Guide for knitting and crochet. Also a needle gauge. British made. Length 12 cm, Height 9 cm. $85 Shop 5
Vintage knitting needle gauges
An assortment of vintage knitting needle gauges in bakelite, anodised aluminium and early plastics. Prices range from $12 to $58 Shop 5
Carved horn needle case
20th century carved horn needlecase. Good quality, probably German. Height 12 cm. $145 Shop 5
Australian bakelite "Pik-a-Pin"
c1930s/40s Australian made mottled green bakelite "Pik-a-Pin". Top unscrews, insert pins, re-screw top then press down. The top half spring-loads the pins, ejecting them one at a time! You KNOW you can't live without this! Height 7 cm. $78 Shop 27
Victorian pin wheel in the form of a writing slate
c1880s late Victorian pin wheel in the form of a miniature writing slate. Small tear to rear. Very cute. 5 cm x 4.5 cm. $98 Shop 5
Victorian beaded needle case
c1880s Victorian beaded needle case. Length 9 cm. $325 Shop 5
Victorian vulcanite tatting shuttle
c1890s Victorian vulcanite tatting shuttle. Length 7.6 cm. $70 Shop 5
Singer model 66 manual sewing machine
Singer model number 66 manual sewing machine. Serial number G6051803 (made in February 1918). In a silky oak and Queensland walnut case. In good working order. When cabinet is open Height 76 cm, Width 120 cm, Depth 45 cm. When cabinet is closed (see bottom image) Height 78 cm, Width 60 cm, Depth 45 cm. $595 Shop 42
Close-up of the machine
Singer model 66 manual sewing machine, cabinet closed
Dorcas thimbles
Always a good range of Dorcas English silver thimbles available. Models and prices vary. Shop 5
Sewing patterns from 1930s to 1980s
Selection of sewing patterns from the 1930s to the 1980s. Always a good range to choose from, all complete, some unused. Prices vary. Shop 5
Victorian advertising card Arnold & Sons tailors
Rare 1896 late Victorian advertising card for U.K. tailor, Arnold & Sons. Faux tortoiseshell celluloid with 1896 calendar. 8 cm x 5 cm. $98 Shop 5
Georgian turned timber thimble holder
Early 18thc turned timber thimble holder. Two halves with threads allowing them to screw together into a keg or barrel shape. Height 4 cm. $295 Shop 5
McFarlane mauchline Tartan ware crochet hook case
c1850s/60s mid Victorian Tartanware crochet hook holder. Cylindrical shape. Length 10 cm. $268 Shop 5
Early to mid 20th century novelty tape measure
Early to mid twentieth novelty tape measure in the form of a drum. The tape is re-wound by turning the drumsticks. Diameter of drum is 4.5 cm. $98 Shop 5
c1900 tiny hand made thimble holder
c1900 tiny thimble holder. Handmade and beaded in the form of a slipper. Length 7 cm. $88 Shop 5
Edwardian sewing set
c1910 Edwardian cased sewing set. Mother of pearl handles on the tools. Incomplete. Case (when closed) measures 16 cm x 24.5 cm. $325 Shop 5
Early Victorian mourning sampler
c1840s memorial mourning sampler for Joseph Plant. Probably English. Wool and silk on linen ground. As found. Frame is 68.5 cm x 68.5 cm. $1,450 Shop 5
Edwardian pin cushion
c1900 Edwardian pin cushion. Pinned and beaded, ?sawdust stuffing to interior. 15 cm x 15 cm. $365 Shop 5
Australian bakelite "Pik-a-Pin"
c1930s/40s Australian made mottled red bakelite "Pik-a-Pin". Top unscrews, insert pins, re-screw top then press down. The top half spring-loads the pins, ejecting them one at a time! You KNOW you can't live without this! Height 7 cm. $88 Shop 5
"Elfin" Australian sterling silver thimble
SCARCE c1940s "Elfin" Australian sterling silver thimble, S 26. $195 Shop 5
Original Euro fashion patterns
A small selection of the MANY original patterns we currently stock of stylish dress design. All patterns are complete, many unused.
If you make your own clothing...look no further. Prices vary. Shop 5
Antique carved bone stiletto
19th century ornately carved antique bone stiletto. Fine detail to the carving, length 10 cm. $88 Shop 5
1890s American Indian beaded pin cushion
c1890s American Indian (probably Mohawk) beaded pin cushion. Trade goods. Approximately 12 cm x 12 cm. $295 Shop 5