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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An antique ivory travelling darning kit, late 19th/early 20th…

Antique Ivory Darning Kit

An antique ivory travelling darning kit, late 19th/early 20th century, the cylindrical case enclosing a bobbin, a small darning mushroom, and another compartment to the base, length 8.5 cm

A bronze eight branch chandelier in the Dutch manner, 19th to…

Dutch-style Bronze Chandelier with Electric Candles

A bronze eight branch chandelier in the Dutch manner, 19th to early 20th century, electrified in 1960s, the heavy gauge chandelier with a compressed bobbin stem enclosed by a birdcage arrangement of conforming supports and terminating in a large globe…

Ten 19th century bone lace Bobbins, with original beads,…

19th Century Lace Bobbins with Inscriptions and Beads

Ten 19th century bone lace Bobbins, with original beads, together with two finely carved wooden lace bobbins. One with inscription, 'I long to Wed the Lad I Love'. Circa 1850-1880. Length 11-14 cm (12).

A collection of Australian pokerwork and painted ware,…

Australian Pokerwork and Painted Ware Collection

A collection of Australian pokerwork and painted ware, including a bobbin wheel, a posy holder with waratah decoration, a desk tidy and a boomerang letter opener, the bobbin wheel 7 cm high, 15 cm diameter

A collection of Victorian mother of pearl sewing items…

Victorian Mother of Pearl Sewing Collection

A collection of Victorian mother of pearl sewing items including a tape measure, Bobbins and Spools

Six Victorian bobbins, five decorated bone and one wood.

Victorian Bobbins: Bone and Wood Decorations

Six Victorian bobbins, five decorated bone and one wood.

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

Vintage revolving metal bobbin holder 15 cm high approx.

Vintage Metal Bobbin Holder - Revolving Design

Vintage revolving metal bobbin holder 15 cm high approx.

Antique mahogany bobbin holder 25 cm high approx.

Mahogany Bobbin Holder - Antique Treasure

Antique mahogany bobbin holder 25 cm high approx.

Collection fourteen antique lace Bobbins including, ivory, bone…

Antique Lace Bobbin Collection

Collection fourteen antique lace Bobbins including, ivory, bone and wooden examples

A 19th century macassar ebony work box - writing slope, with…

Macassar Ebony Writing Box with Inlay and Accessories

A 19th century macassar ebony work box - writing slope, with brass and shell inlay, opening to reveal a gilt tooled red leather writing surface, ivory and shell bobbins, silver thimbles, etc. 26.5 cm x 23 cm x 11 cm

A collection of old beaded lace bobbins, bone and wood.

Antique Beaded Lace Bobbins Collection

A collection of old beaded lace bobbins, bone and wood.

An ivory/bone Bellay pin / bobbin

Ivory Bellay Pin/Bobbin

An ivory/bone Bellay pin / bobbin

A collection of whalebone sewing implements, 19th century,…

Whalebone Sewing Set

A collection of whalebone sewing implements, 19th century, comprising pin cushion, bobbin holder, bodkins, thimble case, thread shuttle and napkin ring

Nineteen vintage lace bobbins

Nineteen Lace Bobbins: Vintage Collection

Nineteen vintage lace bobbins

Five vintage bone lace bobbins

Vintage Bone Lace Bobbins Set

Five vintage bone lace bobbins

Three bone bobbins.

Bone Bobbins Trio

Three bone bobbins.

Three various bobbins, circa 1850, two pewter bound.

1850 Pewter-Bound Bobbins (Set of 3)

Three various bobbins, circa 1850, two pewter bound.

A pair of brass mounted silk weaving bobbins, French, 19th…

Brass-Mounted Silk Weaving Bobbins, French 19th Century

A pair of brass mounted silk weaving bobbins, French, 19th century. 41 cm long, 8 cm wide each

A Treen sewing cotton canister, of bullet shape, the screw top…

Tunbridge Inlay Sewing Canister with Bobbin

A Treen sewing cotton canister, of bullet shape, the screw top with a band of Tunbridge inlay opening to reveal a turned bobbin designed to hold three reels of cotton. Height 8.5 cm

A group of handmade lace to include many bobbin lace examples…

Handmade Lace Collection: Bobbin, Tape, and Mixed Examples

A group of handmade lace to include many bobbin lace examples along with tape lace and some mixed application includes Burges, Duchesse, Honiton examples, and a card of tape insert with original label and pin prick card for needle lace making

Collection of lace bobbins with glass beads, approx. 60

Beaded Lace Bobbins Collection

Collection of lace bobbins with glass beads, approx. 60