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 Tunbridge ware sewing clamp, 17 cm long overall

Victorian Tunbridge Ware Sewing Clamp - 17cm Long

Victorian Tunbridge ware sewing clamp, 17 cm long overall

A Victorian treen wooden sewing clamp, 19th century, with a…

Victorian Treen Sewing Clamp with Red Velvet Pin Cushion

A Victorian treen wooden sewing clamp, 19th century, with a small red velvet cushion for pins to the top, 20 cm long

Antique pin cushion clamp, carved ivory depicting insect and…

Ivory Insect Pin Cushion Clamp

Antique pin cushion clamp, carved ivory depicting insect and foliage

Pin cushion antique sewing clamp, carved ivory with blue silk…

Antique Ivory Sewing Clamp with Blue Cushion Cover

Pin cushion antique sewing clamp, carved ivory with blue silk cushion cover

Antique sewing clamp, carved pierced decorations and caged…

Carved Sewing Clamp with Caged Reel

Antique sewing clamp, carved pierced decorations and caged cotton reel

Antique pin cushion clamp, carved ivory with round red velvet…

Ivory Pin Cushion Clamp, 1850

Antique pin cushion clamp, carved ivory with round red velvet cushion. Circa 1850, height 12.5 cm

Antique sewing pin cushion, clamp holder urn ornate decorations…

Ornate Antique Sewing Pin Cushion with Blue Velvet

Antique sewing pin cushion, clamp holder urn ornate decorations with swallow on top and blue velvet pin cushion

Four 19th century ivory and bone sewing implements including…

Antique Ivory and Bone Sewing Implements Set

Four 19th century ivory and bone sewing implements including pin cushion clamp, pin cushion wheelbarrow, umbrella needle case and double ended emery, (4)

Chinese export ivory Winding clamps, together with a large…

Chinese Ivory Winding Clamps (Set of 3)

Chinese export ivory Winding clamps, together with a large Chinese ivory winding clamp,c.1860, with carved decoration to the body, (3)

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.

Victorian brass hand form document clamp, length 14 cm approx.

Victorian Brass Hand Document Clamp - 14cm Length

Victorian brass hand form document clamp, length 14 cm approx.

Two 90 degree clamps and a vice (probably for framing)

90 Degree Clamps and Vice for Framing

Two 90 degree clamps and a vice (probably for framing)

Two whalebone miniature work clamps, 19th century, 5 cm and 7 cm

19th Century Whalebone Miniature Work Clamps (Pair)

Two whalebone miniature work clamps, 19th century, 5 cm and 7 cm

A boxed pair of ivory winding clamps, circa 1830.

Ivory Winding Clamps, Boxed Pair, 1830

A boxed pair of ivory winding clamps, circa 1830.

Two carved ivory clamps (one a/f).

Carved Ivory Clamps (One Damaged)

Two carved ivory clamps (one a/f).

A carved ivory winding clamp.

Ivory Winding Clamp Sculpture

A carved ivory winding clamp.

Antique third hand sewing clamp with pin cushion

Antique Sewing Clamp with Pin Cushion

Antique third hand sewing clamp with pin cushion

Victorian mahogany thread winder, on clamp, 14 cm long approx

Victorian Mahogany Thread Winder with Clamp

Victorian mahogany thread winder, on clamp, 14 cm long approx

Antique boxwood sewing clamp, with pin cushion, 18 cm high…

Antique Boxwood Sewing Clamp with Pin Cushion

Antique boxwood sewing clamp, with pin cushion, 18 cm high approx

Brass 'third hand' sewing clamp, with pin cushion, 14 cm high…

Brass Sewing Clamp with Pin Cushion

Brass 'third hand' sewing clamp, with pin cushion, 14 cm high approx

Antique German steel 'third hand' sewing clamp, with pin…

Antique German Sewing Clamp with Pin Cushion

Antique German steel 'third hand' sewing clamp, with pin cushion, 14 cm high approx

Clamp pin cushion, bird

Avian Clamp Cushion

Clamp pin cushion, bird

Clamp pin cushion, red velvet

Red Velvet Clamp Cushion

Clamp pin cushion, red velvet

Clamp pin cushion, ivory

Ivory Clamp Pin Cushion

Clamp pin cushion, ivory

5 Victorian ivory sewing items, including clamp pin cushion and…

Victorian Ivory Sewing Set

5 Victorian ivory sewing items, including clamp pin cushion and tape measure

Antique ivory sewing clamp

Antique Ivory Sewing Clamp

Antique ivory sewing clamp