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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French Napoleon III ladies necessaire de voyage, circa 1850,…

Napoleon III Ladies Necessaire de Voyage with Contents, 1850

French Napoleon III ladies necessaire de voyage, circa 1850, with contents, size 22 by 16 cm, height 10 cm

A 19th century French Palais Royale Spanish walnut miniature…

19th Century French Palais Royale Spanish Walnut Miniature Necessaire (1830s)

A 19th century French Palais Royale Spanish walnut miniature neccessaire, complete, lined with pale pink silk, 1830s. Length 6 cm.

A Victorian tooled leather necessaire, the interior contains…

Victorian Leather Necessaire with Silver Accessories

A Victorian tooled leather necessaire, the interior contains silver and silver plate accessories. 6 cm x 4 cm x 11 cm.

19th century ivory cased necessaire of oval shape, hinged lid…

Ivory Necessaire with Five Accessories

19th century ivory cased necessaire of oval shape, hinged lid opening to reveal five accessories.

An early 20th century silver gilt turquoise necessaire, by…

Thornhill Turquoise Necessaire with Silver Gilt Sewing Instruments

An early 20th century silver gilt turquoise necessaire, by Thornhill, circa 1910, the rectangular case of ribbed silver gilt design, studded with circular turquoise collets, the cover centring a cartouche with applied silver plaque 'Annette', within a…

A 19th century ivory ladies cased necessaire containing all its…

19th Century Ivory Ladies Sewing Necessaire

A 19th century ivory ladies cased necessaire containing all its original sewing implements with gilt metal fittings. Length 10.5 cm

A Continental silver mounted mother of pearl necessaire stamped…

Continental Silver Mounted Mother of Pearl Necessaire

A Continental silver mounted mother of pearl necessaire stamped 800, the shell raised upon a circular base, the two sectional body opening to reveal a fitted bracket containing twin glass bottles with silver lids, 19 cm high.

Large enamel Necessaire, late 18th century, Staffordshire of…

18th Century Staffordshire Enamel Necessaire with Implements

Large enamel Necessaire, late 18th century, Staffordshire of tapering form, painted with figures by a lakeside palace, a courting couple and floral bouquets, reserved against a pink ground with raised white and gilt ornament, gilt-metal mounts, the…

A fine gilt and pink enamel necessarie, English late 18th…

Gilt and Pink Enamel Necessarie, Late 18th Century

A fine gilt and pink enamel necessarie, English late 18th century. Length 10 cm

A late Victorian silver gilt necessaire, London 1895, maker's…

Victorian Silver Gilt Necessaire with Various Tools in Case

A late Victorian silver gilt necessaire, London 1895, maker's mark HBA within a silver mounted case with removable glass lid, comprising two pairs of cased scissors, nail file, pencil, pocket knife, thimble, boot hook and a pen holder