Collecting sewing implements and accessories can be a fascinating hobby that allows one to explore the history of sewing and the evolution of sewing tools and techniques. The collection can range from antique sewing machines and vintage scissors to thimbles and pin cushions.

One of the most popular sewing implements collected is the sewing machine, which has a long history dating back to the early 19th century. Antique sewing machines are highly prized by collectors and can be found in a variety of styles and designs, ranging from simple hand-cranked models to ornate Victorian machines.

Other popular items include vintage scissors, which were often handmade and decorated with intricate designs, and thimbles, which were used to protect the fingers while sewing. Pin cushions, needle cases, and thread holders are also popular collectibles that come in a variety of styles and designs, from simple utilitarian objects to elaborately decorated pieces more...

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Victorian sterling silver pin cushion, London 1885, maker…

Victorian Silver Pin Cushion with Velvet Insert

Victorian sterling silver pin cushion, London 1885, maker Francis Higgins III, with velvet covered cushion insert

Rare 19th century thread stand with miniature dancing figures…

Gilded Bronze Thread Stand with Dancing Figures

Rare 19th century thread stand with miniature dancing figures in gilded bronze, revolving with two tiers on circular base

Edward VII sterling silver pin cushion Birmingham 1907, swan…

Edwardian Swan Pin Cushion, Birmingham 1907

Edward VII sterling silver pin cushion Birmingham 1907, swan form, with velvet cushion for pins, height 4 cm

Vintage silver settee form pin cushion embossed putti…

Embossed Silver Settee Pin Cushion with Putti Decoration

Vintage silver settee form pin cushion embossed putti decoration, with fabric covered seat for pin cushion, length 6 cm

Two silver and mother of pearl fruit knives, and three bone…

5 Antique Utensils: 2 Fruit Knives, 3 Sewing Implements

Two silver and mother of pearl fruit knives, and three bone sewing implements.

Sterling silver bird form pin cushion, hallmarked Chester 1906…

Antique Bird Pin Cushion & Thimble Set

Sterling silver bird form pin cushion, hallmarked Chester 1906 & a antique metal thimble

A Victorian bone tape measure with a brass winding handle,…

Victorian Bone Tape Measure with Brass Winding Handle

A Victorian bone tape measure with a brass winding handle, diameter 3 cm.

Porcupine silver pin cushion tests as 925 silver, length 4 cm…

925 Silver Porcupine Pin Cushion - 4cm, 10g

Porcupine silver pin cushion tests as 925 silver, length 4 cm approx, weight 10grams

A pair of pin cushions, shaped as rabbits, sterling silver…

Rabbit Pin Cushions: Sterling Silver and Blue Velvet

A pair of pin cushions, shaped as rabbits, sterling silver ornamented with blue velvet. Total weight 26.5g

A pair of sterling silver pin cushions, shaped as pheasants,…

Sterling Silver Pheasant Pin Cushions

A pair of sterling silver pin cushions, shaped as pheasants, ornamented with red and blue velvet. Total weight 17g

A pin cushion, shaped as an elephant, sterling silver and blue…

Elephant Pin Cushion, Sterling Silver & Blue Velvet

A pin cushion, shaped as an elephant, sterling silver and blue velvet. Doubar Ltd London 1991.

A pair of pin cushions, shaped as frogs, sterling silver…

Frog-shaped Sterling Silver Pin Cushions

A pair of pin cushions, shaped as frogs, sterling silver ornamented with red and blue velvet. Total weight 19.4g

A William IV mahogany sewing box, early 1830s, in the form of a…

William IV Mahogany Sewing Box

A William IV mahogany sewing box, early 1830s, in the form of a miniature press cupboard, the hinged top enclosing a tray and pin cushion above a pair of panelled doors enclosing five drawers, on flattened bun feet, 27 cm high, 25.5 cm wide, 18 cm deep

A whalebone jagging wheel, mid 19th century, 14 cm long

Whalebone Jagging Wheel, 19th Century

A whalebone jagging wheel, mid 19th century, 14 cm long

Sterling silver shoe form pin cushion marks rubbed, possibly…

London 1912 Sterling Silver Shoe Pin Cushion

Sterling silver shoe form pin cushion marks rubbed, possibly London 1912, wood based, length 12.5 cm

Sterling silver heart shaped pin cushion/box hallmarked London…

Victorian Heart-Shaped Silver Pin Cushion/Box by William Cripps

Sterling silver heart shaped pin cushion/box hallmarked London 1895, maker: William Cripps, retailed through W.Farmers & Co Sydney, width 11.5 cm approx

Antique mahogany bobbin holder 25 cm high approx.

Mahogany Bobbin Holder - Antique Treasure

Antique mahogany bobbin holder 25 cm high approx.

Three various novelty shoe pin cushions

Whimsical Shoe Pin Cushions Collection

Three various novelty shoe pin cushions

Victorian Oak sewing caddy with 6 reel spindles with turned…

Victorian Oak Sewing Caddy with Reel Spindles and Thimble Holders

Victorian Oak sewing caddy with 6 reel spindles with turned tops, 2 thimble holders in the shape of acorns, 3 turned feet and a central column with a pin cushion in the centre top, height 24 cm, diameter 15 cm approx

Vintage revolving metal bobbin holder 15 cm high approx.

Vintage Metal Bobbin Holder - Revolving Design

Vintage revolving metal bobbin holder 15 cm high approx.

Victorian pin cushion, tape measure and a thread holder

Victorian Sewing Set: Pin Cushion, Tape Measure & Thread Holder

Victorian pin cushion, tape measure and a thread holder

Vintage velour and gilt metal heart shaped pin box width 7 cm…

Velour Heart Pin Box with Gilt Metal Accents

Vintage velour and gilt metal heart shaped pin box width 7 cm approx

Victorian mahogany pin cushion on 4 ball feet width12.5 cm X…

Victorian Mahogany Pin Cushion on Ball Feet

Victorian mahogany pin cushion on 4 ball feet width12.5 cm X depth 9.5 cm X height 10 cm

Victorian carved ivory pin cushion together with a acorn shaped…

Carved Ivory Pin Cushion and Tape Measure Set

Victorian carved ivory pin cushion together with a acorn shaped tape measure.

Tobacciana, bottle opener, Art Deco metal statue, wooden pin-up…

Mid-century Tobacciana and Decorative Collectibles

Tobacciana, bottle opener, Art Deco metal statue, wooden pin-up girl plaque, pin cushion and ashtrays, early to mid 20th century, statue 16.5 cm high

An uncommon Edwardian silver sheep shaped pin cushion,…

Edwardian Sheep Pin Cushion

An uncommon Edwardian silver sheep shaped pin cushion, Birmingham 1909 by Adie & Lovekin Ltd.

Two Edwardian silver elephant pin cushions, Birmingham 1909 by…

Edwardian Silver Elephant Pin Cushions (Birmingham 1909)

Two Edwardian silver elephant pin cushions, Birmingham 1909 by Adie & Lovekin Ltd.

An Edwardian sterling silver British bulldog pin cushion, 1906…

Edwardian Sterling Silver British Bulldog Pin Cushion

An Edwardian sterling silver British bulldog pin cushion, 1906 Birmingham, rubbed maker's mark, fashioned as a realistic bulldog with collar, the back with worn fabric, hallmarks to body, total weight 71gr, height 5.5 cm, width 7 cm

Edwardian sterling silver emu pin cushion, mark of Adie and…

Sterling Silver Emu Pin Cushion with Ruby Eyes

Edwardian sterling silver emu pin cushion, mark of Adie and Lovekin, Birmingham, 1909, with naturalistic textured decoration and inlaid ruby eyes, on an oval base, hallmarked, height 3.5 cm

Nottingham 19th century lace bobbin marked for Newton and…

Nottingham Lace Bobbin by Newton and Pycroft (16cm)

Nottingham 19th century lace bobbin marked for Newton and Pycroft, length 16 cm

A sterling silver elephant pin cushion, 1906 Birmingham, with…

1906 Birmingham Sterling Silver Elephant Pin Cushion

A sterling silver elephant pin cushion, 1906 Birmingham, with maker's mark for Adie & Lovekin Ltd, the elephant with the original padded velvet to the back, hallmarked to body total weight 33gr, height 4 cm, width 6 cm

A sterling silver elephant pin cushion, 1906 Birmingham with…

1906 Birmingham Sterling Silver Elephant Pin Cushion

A sterling silver elephant pin cushion, 1906 Birmingham with maker's mark for C&' (slightly rubbed), the elephant with original worn padded velvet to the back, hallmarked to body total weight 29gr, height 3 cm, width 4.5 cm

A petite sterling silver elephant pin cushion, early 20th…

Sterling Silver Elephant Pin Cushion, Birmingham 20th Century

A petite sterling silver elephant pin cushion, early 20th century Birmingham, with maker's mark for Levi & Salaman, the elephant with an upturned trunk, with the original padded velvet to the back, hallmarked to body total weight 11gr, height 3 cm, width…

An uncommon Edwardian silver large pig shaped pin cushion,…

Edwardian Silver Pig Pin Cushion - Birmingham 1914

An uncommon Edwardian silver large pig shaped pin cushion, Birmingham 1914 by Walker & Hall. Some faults, length 8.5 cm

Hair pin box rectangular. Chased Anglo Indian. 45 x 115 mm

Anglo Indian Chased Hair Pin Box - Rectangular Shape

Hair pin box rectangular. Chased Anglo Indian. 45 x 115 mm

Edward VII sterling silver pin cushion Birmingham 1906, makers…

Edwardian Pig Pin Cushion by Walker and Hall

Edward VII sterling silver pin cushion Birmingham 1906, makers Walker and Hall, interesting pig form pin cushion length 5.5 cm approx; weight 14grams approx.

A kangaroo metal frame pin cushion. Height 11 cm.

Kangaroo Pin Cushion: Metal Frame, 11cm Height

A kangaroo metal frame pin cushion. Height 11 cm.

Two Edwardian sterling silver pig pin cushions, 1909 Chester,…

Pair of Edwardian Sterling Silver Pig Pin Cushions

Two Edwardian sterling silver pig pin cushions, 1909 Chester, with maker's marks for Levi & Salaman, the other with, rubbed date and assay marks (probably Sheffield), maker's marks for Walker, hall, two corpulent pigs balancing on petite feet, both with…

An Edwardian sterling silver swan pin cushion, 1908 Birmingham,…

Edwardian Sterling Silver Swan Pin Cushion

An Edwardian sterling silver swan pin cushion, 1908 Birmingham, with maker's mark for Crisford & Norris Ltd, embossed with a purple cotton velvet cushion and weighted, hallmarked to the wing feathers, height 6 cm, width 7.5 cm

A sterling silver lizard pin cushion, 1907 Birmingham, with…

Sterling Silver Lizard Pin Cushion, 1907 Birmingham

A sterling silver lizard pin cushion, 1907 Birmingham, with maker's marks for Crisford & Norris Ltd, the lizard of serpentine shape with a textured skin, hallmarked underside and with registration number, length 11 cm

An Edwardian sterling silver swan pin cushion, 1908 Birmingham,…

Edwardian Sterling Silver Swan Pin Cushion

An Edwardian sterling silver swan pin cushion, 1908 Birmingham, with maker's mark for Adie & Lovekin Ltd, embossed with a purple cotton velvet cushion and weighted, hallmarked to the wing feathers, height 4 cm, width 6 cm

Three vintage ivory and bone sewing items, includes a carved…

Vintage Ivory and Bone Sewing Set

Three vintage ivory and bone sewing items, includes a carved ivory cotton reel clamp, other reel and basket form pin cushion.

A rare early 20th century novelty dog silver pin cushion, the…

Rare 1911 Pug Silver Pin Cushion

A rare early 20th century novelty dog silver pin cushion, the pug with head turned to its left, later red velvet cushion to its back. Eyes absent. Birmingham 1911 by Chrisford & Norris.

An Edwardian silver pig pin cushion, the standing boar with…

Edwardian Silver Pig Pin Cushion with Black Velvet Top

An Edwardian silver pig pin cushion, the standing boar with replacement black velvet cushion top. Birmingham 1904. Maker's mark rubbed, length 8.6 cm.

Australian silver plated Kangaroo pin cushion, 10 cm high

Silver Plated Kangaroo Pin Cushion - 10cm High

Australian silver plated Kangaroo pin cushion, 10 cm high

A rare Georgian pin cushion, the naive small wooden doll with…

Georgian Cut Steel Pin Cushion Doll

A rare Georgian pin cushion, the naive small wooden doll with full skirt forming the cushion, decorated with cut steel pin borders and flowers. 8 cm x 10 cm.

A walnut sewing cabinet, serpentine shape, lid lifts to reveal…

A walnut sewing cabinet, serpentine shape, lid lifts to reveal pleated fabric lined deep storage compartment, drawer to the base, raised on cabriole legs. 40 cm x 38 cm x 74 cm.

Six Victorian bobbins, five decorated bone and one wood.

Victorian Bobbins: Bone and Wood Decorations

Six Victorian bobbins, five decorated bone and one wood.

English sterling silver pin cushion, of domed form, with purple…

Sterling Silver Pin Cushion with Purple Velvet Cover

English sterling silver pin cushion, of domed form, with purple velvet cover and silver surround, diameter 7 cm

An Edwardian silver novelty elephant pin cushion, with original…

Edwardian Silver Elephant Pin Cushion, Birmingham 1906

An Edwardian silver novelty elephant pin cushion, with original cushioned panel back. Birmingham 1906 by Adie & Lovekin Ltd, length 4.8 cm.

Novelty tailors tape measure, in the form of a bulldogs head,…

Bulldog Tape Measure - Novelty Tailoring Tool

Novelty tailors tape measure, in the form of a bulldogs head, length 5 cm

An Edwardian silver donkey pin cushion Birmingham 1909.

Edwardian Silver Donkey Pin Cushion, Birmingham 1909

An Edwardian silver donkey pin cushion Birmingham 1909.

Two antique metal bulldog pincushions largest measures 6 cm…

Antique Metal Bulldog Pincushions - Set of Two

Two antique metal bulldog pincushions largest measures 6 cm high, 12 cm wide, approx (2)

Various metal bulldogs includes penholder, car mascot, pin…

Metal Bulldog Collection: Penholder, Car Mascot, Paperweight & More

Various metal bulldogs includes penholder, car mascot, pin cushion, paperweight etc largest measures 11 cm high, (14)

Vintage bulldog vesta, tape measure & badges largest measures 5…

Vintage Bulldog Vesta, Tape Measure, and Badges Set

Vintage bulldog vesta, tape measure & badges largest measures 5 cm (6)

Edwardian sterling silver stag pin cushion, hallmarked…

Edwardian Stag Pin Cushion with Antlers and Green Cushion

Edwardian sterling silver stag pin cushion, hallmarked Birmingham, 1909, Adie & Lovekin, depicted standing on four legs with large antlers, with green cushion, height 4 cm

Early ormolu pin cushion in the form of a poodle with ruby eyes…

Florenza Poodle Pin Cushion with Ruby Eyes and Nodding Head

Early ormolu pin cushion in the form of a poodle with ruby eyes and nodding head and tail marked Florenza to base

Three various vintage pin cushions comprising 2 Continental…

Vintage Cat and Shoe Pin Cushions Set

Three various vintage pin cushions comprising 2 Continental porcelain cat theme, and a cast metal shoe, width 16 cm

A novelty silver pin cushion in the form of an elephant, late…

Silver Elephant Pin Cushion with Green Velvet Cushion

A novelty silver pin cushion in the form of an elephant, late 19th to early 20th century, no date, partial maker's marks MB., a naturalistic elephant with the original green velvet cushion, length 4.5 cm

A novelty sterling silver pin cushion in the form of a pig,…

Sterling Silver Pig Pin Cushion, 1910 Birmingham

A novelty sterling silver pin cushion in the form of a pig, 1910 Birmingham, with rubbed maker's mark, a corpulent naturalistic pig with the original green velvet cushion hallmarked to the side, length 5.5 cm

A novelty sterling silver pin cushion in the form of a shoe,…

Sterling Silver Shoe Pin Cushion, 1904 Birmingham

A novelty sterling silver pin cushion in the form of a shoe, 1904 Birmingham, with maker's mark for Levi & Salaman, the lady's shoe with a Louis heel and bow, with a later velvet cushion hallmarked to the side, length 7 cm

A novelty sterling silver pin cushion in the form of a boot,…

Sterling Silver Boot Pin Cushion, 1907

A novelty sterling silver pin cushion in the form of a boot, 1907 Birmingham, with maker's mark for Levi & Salaman, a ribbon tied soft style boot with the original velvet cushion (pile worn) with pins, hallmark and registration mark to ankle, height 4.5…

Miniature silver bird form pin cushion sparrow form, with inset…

925 Silver Sparrow Pin Cushion

Miniature silver bird form pin cushion sparrow form, with inset pin cushion, marked 925 to base, height 2 cm.

Italian green alabaster pin cushion pear shape alabaster lidded…

Green Alabaster Pin Cushion with Glass Leaf Decoration

Italian green alabaster pin cushion pear shape alabaster lidded pin cushion, with glass leaf decoration, and pin cushion to interior, height 9 cm.

English sterling silver elephant pin cushion, hallmarks rubbed,…

English Sterling Silver Elephant Pin Cushion - 4.5 cm

English sterling silver elephant pin cushion, hallmarks rubbed, length 4.5 cm

Vintage chicken form silver plate pin cushion worn plate.

Worn Silver Plate Chicken Pin Cushion

Vintage chicken form silver plate pin cushion worn plate.

Vintage cased sewing compendium original case opens to contents,…

Antique Sewing Compendium with Original Case and Tools

Vintage cased sewing compendium original case opens to contents, including set of sewing implements, needles, scissors, needle case, etc.

Set of four Victorian darning/tapestry needles

Victorian Darning Needles Set of 4

Set of four Victorian darning/tapestry needles

A late Edwardian silver pin cushion, in the form of a shoe,…

Edwardian Silver Shoe Pin Cushion, Chester 1910

A late Edwardian silver pin cushion, in the form of a shoe, wooden soles and with original cushion, Chester 1910.

Edwardian sterling silver throne pin cushion, hallmarked…

Edwardian Sterling Silver Coronation Chair Pin Cushion

Edwardian sterling silver throne pin cushion, hallmarked Birmingham 1910, L&S (Levi & Salaman), in the form of the Coronation chair, height 15.5 cm

Antique wool drum carder, with two spiked rollers and crank, 24…

Antique Wool Carder with Spiked Rollers and Crank

Antique wool drum carder, with two spiked rollers and crank, 24 x 40 x 40 cm

Vintage lace making table pillow, with two drawers, 24 x 25 x…

Vintage Lace Table Pillow with Drawers

Vintage lace making table pillow, with two drawers, 24 x 25 x 34 cm

Collection of bone sewing implements, including picks (quantity)

Bone Sewing Kit with Picks

Collection of bone sewing implements, including picks (quantity)

Collection of ivory and other sewing implements, including…

Ivory and Sewing Implements Collection

Collection of ivory and other sewing implements, including cotton reel holder, lace pricker and thread winder (quantity)

Edwardian sterling silver shoe pin cushion, hallmarked, London,…

Edwardian Sterling Silver Shoe Pin Cushion, London 1900

Edwardian sterling silver shoe pin cushion, hallmarked, London, 1900, L& S, length 7 cm

Edwardian sterling silver roller Skate pin cushion hallmarked…

Edwardian Sterling Silver Roller Skate Pin Cushion

Edwardian sterling silver roller Skate pin cushion hallmarked Birmingham, makers mark rubbed, length 7.4 cm

German half doll pin cushion height 11 cm

11cm German Half Doll Pin Cushion

German half doll pin cushion height 11 cm

English sterling silver frog pin cushion with ruby eyes by H.…

Sterling Silver Frog Pin Cushion & Swan Ornament Set

English sterling silver frog pin cushion with ruby eyes by H. Matthews of Birmingham, circa 1905, together with a filigree silver swan ornament, the frog 6 cm long

A French antique cotton reel holder, bronze with pin cushion…

Antique French Bronze Cotton Reel Holder with Pin Cushion Base

A French antique cotton reel holder, bronze with pin cushion base, early 19th century, 26 cm high

Vintage handpainted Kookaburra pin cushion marked 'Belgrave',…

Handpainted Kookaburra Pin Cushion with Thimble Holder

Vintage handpainted Kookaburra pin cushion marked 'Belgrave', with thimble holder. c1930.13 cm tall.

A sterling silver cushion top jewellery box and one other, 1909…

Sterling Silver and Silver Plated Jewelry Boxes

A sterling silver cushion top jewellery box and one other, 1909 Birmingham, with maker's mark for Cornelius Desormeaux Saunders & James Francis Hollings (Frank) shepherd, and; first half 20th century, other, a hexagonal silver box on cusped feet, silk…

George III sterling silver dressing table mirror, mark of…

George III Silver Dressing Table Mirror

George III sterling silver dressing table mirror, mark of Levesley Brothers, Sheffield, 1806, the shaped rectangular mirror held by two lion headed columns, on a triangular base chased with leaves and floral motifs, surmounted by a pin cushion, raised on…

Late Victorian sterling silver spider pin cushion, Birmingham…

Victorian silver spider pin cushion, missing feeler

Late Victorian sterling silver spider pin cushion, Birmingham 1897 (missing one feeler)

Victorian burr walnut sewing work box, rosewood banded with…

Victorian Inlaid Burr Walnut Sewing Work Box

Victorian burr walnut sewing work box, rosewood banded with mother of pearl and abalone inlays, fitted interior top tray still with work contents of cottons, pin cushions and various

Collection of various sewing implements comprising 5 thimbles…

Sewing Implements Set with Thimbles and Lace Making Tools

Collection of various sewing implements comprising 5 thimbles (one sterling silver) and two lace making tools

German metal elephant shape pin cushion with tape measure…

Metal Elephant Pin Cushion with Tape Measure Base

German metal elephant shape pin cushion with tape measure inside the base

Rare Oriental ladies sewing tidy, in a figurative veneer with…

Exquisite Oriental Sewing Box with Metal Accents

Rare Oriental ladies sewing tidy, in a figurative veneer with metal hardware

A miniature silver pin cushion, in the shape of a Dutch clog,…

Miniature Dutch Clog Silver Pin Cushion

A miniature silver pin cushion, in the shape of a Dutch clog, stamped 835 to base. Length 3.5 cm.

An Edwardian miniature silver pin cushion, in the form of a…

Edwardian Silver Rabbit Pin Cushion

An Edwardian miniature silver pin cushion, in the form of a rabbit, stamped SILVER to base. Length 3 cm.

An Edwardian silver miniature pin cushion, in the form of a…

Edwardian Silver Duck Pin Cushion

An Edwardian silver miniature pin cushion, in the form of a duck and with original cushion, Birmingham 1907. Length 3 cm.

An Edwardian silver pin cushion, in the form of a shoe, the…

Floral Embossed Silver Shoe Pin Cushion

An Edwardian silver pin cushion, in the form of a shoe, the exterior profusely embossed with floral decoration, Birmingham 1907. Length 12 cm.

Edward VII sterling silver 'Elephant' pin cushion hallmarked…

Edward VII Elephant Pin Cushion, Birmingham 1906

Edward VII sterling silver 'Elephant' pin cushion hallmarked Birmingham 1906, makers mark: Adie & Lovekin Ltd, width 4.5 cm

Edward VII sterling silver 'chair' pin cushion hallmarked…

Antique Sterling Silver Pin Cushion Chair - Birmingham 1905

Edward VII sterling silver 'chair' pin cushion hallmarked Birmingham 1905, makers mark rubbed

Edward VII sterling silver 'Duck' pin cushion hallmarked…

Edwardian Silver Duck Pin Cushion

Edward VII sterling silver 'Duck' pin cushion hallmarked Birmingham 1906, makers mark: Crisford & Norris Ltd, width 5.5 cm

Edward VII sterling silver 'Bull' pin cushion hallmarked…

Edward VII Bull Pin Cushion, Birmingham 1906

Edward VII sterling silver 'Bull' pin cushion hallmarked Birmingham 1906, makers mark rubbed, width 5.5 cm

Early leather sewing box leather covered box, opening to three…

Antique Leather Sewing Box with Implements

Early leather sewing box leather covered box, opening to three levels, containing sewing implements, including pair scissors and other pieces, length 11 cm, height 6 cm.