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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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)

Two 'Shoe' pin cushions, one EPNS.

EPNS and Shoe Pin Cushions Set

Two 'Shoe' pin cushions, one EPNS.

A Georgian tabletop miniature spinning wheel, 18th century, 26…

Georgian Miniature Spinning Wheel, 18th Century

A Georgian tabletop miniature spinning wheel, 18th century, 26 cm high, 30 cm wide

Sterling silver and crystal lidded box, pretty pin box with…

Cherub Crystal and Silver Pin Box (9 words)

Sterling silver and crystal lidded box, pretty pin box with embossed cherub decoration with gilt underside on hobnail crystal base hallmarked Birmingham 1907

Two Art Deco doll pin cushions made from half dolls

Art Deco Half Doll Pin Cushions

Two Art Deco doll pin cushions made from half dolls

Modern silver pig pin cushion

Silver Pig Pin Cushion

Modern silver pig pin cushion

Edward VII plated putti decorated pin cushion

Plated Putti Pin Cushion

Edward VII plated putti decorated pin cushion

English sterling silver pin cushion, beautifully modelled…

Sterling Silver Elephant Pin Cushion from Birmingham Hallmark

English sterling silver pin cushion, beautifully modelled elephant solid sterling silver, hallmarked Birmingham

Two sterling silver swan pin cushions, sterling .950, and…

Birmingham Swan Pin Cushions, Sterling Silver, 1908

Two sterling silver swan pin cushions, sterling .950, and Birmingham, 1908, Henry Matthews, height 6 cm, width 7.5 cm, and smaller

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…

Edwardian sterling silver throne pin cushion, hallmarked…

Edwardian Silver Throne Pin Cushion

Edwardian sterling silver throne pin cushion, hallmarked Birmingham, 1910, L&S (Levi & Salaman) modelled in the form of King Edward's throne in Westminster Abbey, the chair with red velvet pin cushion seat, supported by four lions, total weight 143gm,…

A silver plate kangaroo pin cushion and a carved ivory kangaroo,…

Kangaroo Pin Cushion and Carved Ivory Figurine

A silver plate kangaroo pin cushion and a carved ivory kangaroo, the largest 7 cm tall

An uncommon Edwardian silver dog and cart pin cushion and…

Edwardian Silver Dog Cart Pin Cushion

An uncommon Edwardian silver dog and cart pin cushion and thimble holder, the cart with shell body on silver frame and wheels. Birmingham 1909 by Adie & Lovekin Ltd. Length 11.5 cm.

An Edwardian gilt metal and mother-of-pearl novelty thimble…

Gilt Goat Thimble Cart

An Edwardian gilt metal and mother-of-pearl novelty thimble holder, as two goats pulling an mother of pearl cart

Four small antique ivory & bone sewing implements comprising a…

Antique Ivory Sewing Set

Four small antique ivory & bone sewing implements comprising a circular tape measure with winding handle, carved needle case, bodkin and small carved circular accessory

Antique tartan ware cased sewing compendium tartan decorated…

Tartan Sewing Compendium with Antique Accessories

Antique tartan ware cased sewing compendium tartan decorated box, containing pair scissors, needle case, darning needle, and thimble, (1 other piece unavailable), in fitted lined interior.

A rare Victorian cast iron firseide sewing clip, 22 cm long

Victorian Cast Iron Fireplace Sewing Clip - Rare Find!

A rare Victorian cast iron firseide sewing clip, 22 cm long

A group of 19th century and early 20th century sterling silver…

Antique Sewing Tools Collection

A group of 19th century and early 20th century sterling silver and metal sewing items, including thimbles, pinwheels and brass needle case.

A group of 19th century sewing tools, including a miniature…

Antique Sewing Tools Set

A group of 19th century sewing tools, including a miniature carved bone lace tape measure, needle wheels, pin cushions, carved boxes.

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 small collection of silver plate and white metal, comprising…

Australian-themed Silver Plate and White Metal Collection

A small collection of silver plate and white metal, comprising a small waratah embossed dish, shoe pin cushion, an Australian work men badge, a stand and a kangaroo decorated jewel box, the box 7 cm high.

Silver swan pin cushion marked Birmingham 925. Approx length 55…

Birmingham 925 Swan Pin Cushion

Silver swan pin cushion marked Birmingham 925. Approx length 55 mm

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 silverplated vessels and accoutrements,…

Silverplated Australian-themed Vessels and Accoutrements

A collection of silverplated vessels and accoutrements, comprising eleven pieces including a kangaroo bread serving fork, a kookaburra paper knife, a coppered kangaroo paper knife, a platypus medallion, a kangaroo pin cushion, a cork screw, a bottle…

An uncommon Edwardian silver boot pin cushion, modelled with…

Edwardian Silver Boot Pin Cushion

An uncommon Edwardian silver boot pin cushion, modelled with open upper section and wrinkles of age, a pull (suspension) loop to the back. Chester 1910 by Samuel M Levi. Length 7.4 cm.

An Edwardian silver elephant pin cushion, a dark velvet pad…

Edwardian Silver Elephant Pin Cushion

An Edwardian silver elephant pin cushion, a dark velvet pad fitted to its back. Birmingham 1906 by Cohen & Charles. Length 6 cm.

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

Edwardian sterling silver pin cushion, hallmarked Chester, 1910,…

Edwardian Sterling Silver Pin Cushion, Chester 1910

Edwardian sterling silver pin cushion, hallmarked Chester, 1910, of rectangular form, with velvet cushion insert, length 5.5 cm

Victorian novelty bronze pin cushion, in the form of a startled…

Bronze Startled Cat Pin Cushion (missing cushion)

Victorian novelty bronze pin cushion, in the form of a startled cat, in black finish, a/f (cushion missing), length 9 cm

Two Ottoman damascened steel scribe's scissors, 18th/19th…

Ottoman Damascened Steel Scribe's Scissors

Two Ottoman damascened steel scribe's scissors, 18th/19th century, each of typical elongated shape, each side of the blade with abstract copper of silver inlaid design, terminating in openwork foliate handles., 25.5 cm & 24 cm respectively

Oriental carved ivory pin cushion with two piece carved ivory…

Carved Ivory Pin Cushion with Detached Frame

Oriental carved ivory pin cushion with two piece carved ivory frame, needs repair to reattach the pieces, diameter 6 cm.

An antique novelty tape measure, in brass with banded agate…

Brass Agate Tape Measure with Dual Scales

An antique novelty tape measure, in brass with banded agate handle and retractable tape with metric and Imperial scales, size 53 x 44 mm.

Good vintage half doll pin cushion 'arms away' figure, height…

Vintage Half Doll Pin Cushion Figure - Arms Away

Good vintage half doll pin cushion 'arms away' figure, height 12.5 cm

A collection of mother of pearl and bone sewing accoutrements,…

Antique Mother of Pearl and Bone Sewing Set

A collection of mother of pearl and bone sewing accoutrements, 19th century, comprising seven thread spools, five thread barrels, three tape measure barrels (one lacking the tape measure), and four thread winders.

An antique silver plated pin cushion, 19th century, 9.5 cm high,…

19th Century Silver Plated Pin Cushion

An antique silver plated pin cushion, 19th century, 9.5 cm high, 17 cm long

Good Victorian leather covered sewing case with set of sewing…

Victorian Leather Sewing Case with Ivory-handled Implements

Good Victorian leather covered sewing case with set of sewing implements to interior, including some with ivory handles, and hand written ephemera dated 1873, length 15 cm.

Edwardian sterling silver Lizard pin cushion hallmarked for…

Edwardian Lizard Pin Cushion - Sterling Silver

Edwardian sterling silver Lizard pin cushion hallmarked for Birmingham 1907, maker Crisford and Norris, length 11 cm.

Antique decorated fabric coverer sewing box velvet covered box,…

Antique Velvet Sewing Box with Brass Fittings

Antique decorated fabric coverer sewing box velvet covered box, with brass fittings and applied decoration, lid opening to fitted interior, with original silvered handle sewing implements, and other pieces, length 15 cm, height 7 cm.

Vintage cased sewing box leather covered box, opening to sewing…

Vintage Leather Sewing Box with Implements

Vintage cased sewing box leather covered box, opening to sewing enclosed sewing implements, with original thimble, and other pieces, height 10 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.

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

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 '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 '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

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.

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 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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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)

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…

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…

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 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

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

German half doll pin cushion height 11 cm

11cm German Half Doll Pin Cushion

German half doll pin cushion height 11 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

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

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)

Collection of bone sewing implements, including picks (quantity)

Bone Sewing Kit with Picks

Collection of bone sewing implements, including picks (quantity)

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

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

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

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.

Set of four Victorian darning/tapestry needles

Victorian Darning Needles Set of 4

Set of four Victorian darning/tapestry needles

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.

Vintage chicken form silver plate pin cushion worn plate.

Worn Silver Plate Chicken Pin Cushion

Vintage chicken form silver plate pin cushion worn plate.

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

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.

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.

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…

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 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 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

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

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

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

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)

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)

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)

An Edwardian silver donkey pin cushion Birmingham 1909.

Edwardian Silver Donkey Pin Cushion, Birmingham 1909

An Edwardian silver donkey pin cushion Birmingham 1909.

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 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.

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

Six Victorian bobbins, five decorated bone and one wood.

Victorian Bobbins: Bone and Wood Decorations

Six Victorian bobbins, five decorated bone and one wood.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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