The history of the sewing machine dates back to the 18th century when the first designs for mechanical sewing machines were proposed. However, it wasn't until the 19th century that practical sewing machines were developed, revolutionizing the way clothes were made and paving the way for the modern textile industry.

In 1790, the English inventor Thomas Saint patented the first working sewing machine, which was designed for sewing leather and canvas. However, his machine was never put into production, and its design was lost.

In 1830, the French tailor Barthelemy Thimonnier invented a sewing machine that used a hooked needle to create a chain stitch. Thimonnier's machine was the first to be successfully used in a factory setting, and he was granted a patent for his invention in 1830.

In 1844, the American inventor John Greenough patented the first American sewing machine, which used a needle with an more...

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Childs miniature sewing machine

Mini Sewing Machine for Kids

Childs miniature sewing machine

Early 20th century boxed German childs sewing machine, printed…

Vintage German Child's Sewing Machine in Original Box

Early 20th century boxed German childs sewing machine, printed tinplate

Childs sewing machine

Kid's Sewing Machine

Childs sewing machine

Cassige German toy sewing machine.

Vintage Cassige Toy Sewing Machine

Cassige German toy sewing machine.

Vintage childs miniature sewing machine in case

Child's Vintage Sewing Machine in Carrying Case

Vintage childs miniature sewing machine in case

Early German child's sewing machine painted black decoration,…

Antique German Child's Sewing Machine with Case

Early German child's sewing machine painted black decoration, height 14 cm; with original cardboard case.

Early 'Comet' England child's sewing machine in original…

Vintage Child's Sewing Machine in Original Packaging

Early 'Comet' England child's sewing machine in original packaging, with instruction manual.

Vintage Peter Pan cast metal toy sewing machine

Peter Pan Metal Toy Sewing Machine

Vintage Peter Pan cast metal toy sewing machine

Vulcan toy sewing machine. Made in England

Vintage Vulcan Toy Sewing Machine - Made in England

Vulcan toy sewing machine. Made in England

Child's vintage toy sewing machine worn condition, height 16 cm

Vintage Child's Toy Sewing Machine - Worn Condition

Child's vintage toy sewing machine worn condition, height 16 cm