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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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…

Serpentine Walnut Sewing Cabinet with Cabriole Legs and Drawer

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

A sterling silver lizard pin cushion, 1907 Birmingham, with…

Sterling Silver Lizard Pin Cushion, 1907 Birmingham

A sterling silver lizard pin cushion, 1907 Birmingham, with maker's marks for Crisford & Norris Ltd, the lizard of serpentine shape with a textured skin, hallmarked underside and with registration number, length 11 cm

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 Crisford & Norris Ltd, embossed with a purple cotton velvet cushion and weighted, hallmarked to the wing feathers, height 6 cm, width 7.5 cm

Two Edwardian sterling silver pig pin cushions, 1909 Chester,…

Pair of Edwardian Sterling Silver Pig Pin Cushions

Two Edwardian sterling silver pig pin cushions, 1909 Chester, with maker's marks for Levi & Salaman, the other with, rubbed date and assay marks (probably Sheffield), maker's marks for Walker, hall, two corpulent pigs balancing on petite feet, both with…

A kangaroo metal frame pin cushion. Height 11 cm.

Kangaroo Pin Cushion: Metal Frame, 11cm Height

A kangaroo metal frame pin cushion. Height 11 cm.

Edward VII sterling silver pin cushion Birmingham 1906, makers…

Edwardian Pig Pin Cushion by Walker and Hall

Edward VII sterling silver pin cushion Birmingham 1906, makers Walker and Hall, interesting pig form pin cushion length 5.5 cm approx; weight 14grams approx.

Hair pin box rectangular. Chased Anglo Indian. 45 x 115 mm

Anglo Indian Chased Hair Pin Box - Rectangular Shape

Hair pin box rectangular. Chased Anglo Indian. 45 x 115 mm

An uncommon Edwardian silver large pig shaped pin cushion,…

Edwardian Silver Pig Pin Cushion - Birmingham 1914

An uncommon Edwardian silver large pig shaped pin cushion, Birmingham 1914 by Walker & Hall. Some faults, length 8.5 cm

A petite sterling silver elephant pin cushion, early 20th…

Sterling Silver Elephant Pin Cushion, Birmingham 20th Century

A petite sterling silver elephant pin cushion, early 20th century Birmingham, with maker's mark for Levi & Salaman, the elephant with an upturned trunk, with the original padded velvet to the back, hallmarked to body total weight 11gr, height 3 cm, width…

A sterling silver elephant pin cushion, 1906 Birmingham with…

1906 Birmingham Sterling Silver Elephant Pin Cushion

A sterling silver elephant pin cushion, 1906 Birmingham with maker's mark for C&' (slightly rubbed), the elephant with original worn padded velvet to the back, hallmarked to body total weight 29gr, height 3 cm, width 4.5 cm

A sterling silver elephant pin cushion, 1906 Birmingham, with…

1906 Birmingham Sterling Silver Elephant Pin Cushion

A sterling silver elephant pin cushion, 1906 Birmingham, with maker's mark for Adie & Lovekin Ltd, the elephant with the original padded velvet to the back, hallmarked to body total weight 33gr, height 4 cm, width 6 cm

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

Edwardian sterling silver emu pin cushion, mark of Adie and…

Sterling Silver Emu Pin Cushion with Ruby Eyes

Edwardian sterling silver emu pin cushion, mark of Adie and Lovekin, Birmingham, 1909, with naturalistic textured decoration and inlaid ruby eyes, on an oval base, hallmarked, height 3.5 cm

An Edwardian sterling silver British bulldog pin cushion, 1906…

Edwardian Sterling Silver British Bulldog Pin Cushion

An Edwardian sterling silver British bulldog pin cushion, 1906 Birmingham, rubbed maker's mark, fashioned as a realistic bulldog with collar, the back with worn fabric, hallmarks to body, total weight 71gr, height 5.5 cm, width 7 cm

Two Edwardian silver elephant pin cushions, Birmingham 1909 by…

Edwardian Silver Elephant Pin Cushions (Birmingham 1909)

Two Edwardian silver elephant pin cushions, Birmingham 1909 by Adie & Lovekin Ltd.

An uncommon Edwardian silver sheep shaped pin cushion,…

Edwardian Sheep Pin Cushion

An uncommon Edwardian silver sheep shaped pin cushion, Birmingham 1909 by Adie & Lovekin Ltd.

Tobacciana, bottle opener, Art Deco metal statue, wooden pin-up…

Mid-century Tobacciana and Decorative Collectibles

Tobacciana, bottle opener, Art Deco metal statue, wooden pin-up girl plaque, pin cushion and ashtrays, early to mid 20th century, statue 16.5 cm high

Victorian carved ivory pin cushion together with a acorn shaped…

Carved Ivory Pin Cushion and Tape Measure Set

Victorian carved ivory pin cushion together with a acorn shaped tape measure.

Victorian mahogany pin cushion on 4 ball feet width12.5 cm X…

Victorian Mahogany Pin Cushion on Ball Feet

Victorian mahogany pin cushion on 4 ball feet width12.5 cm X depth 9.5 cm X height 10 cm

Vintage velour and gilt metal heart shaped pin box width 7 cm…

Velour Heart Pin Box with Gilt Metal Accents

Vintage velour and gilt metal heart shaped pin box width 7 cm approx

Victorian pin cushion, tape measure and a thread holder

Victorian Sewing Set: Pin Cushion, Tape Measure & Thread Holder

Victorian pin cushion, tape measure and a thread holder

Vintage revolving metal bobbin holder 15 cm high approx.

Vintage Metal Bobbin Holder - Revolving Design

Vintage revolving metal bobbin holder 15 cm high approx.

Victorian Oak sewing caddy with 6 reel spindles with turned…

Victorian Oak Sewing Caddy with Reel Spindles and Thimble Holders

Victorian Oak sewing caddy with 6 reel spindles with turned tops, 2 thimble holders in the shape of acorns, 3 turned feet and a central column with a pin cushion in the centre top, height 24 cm, diameter 15 cm approx

Three various novelty shoe pin cushions

Whimsical Shoe Pin Cushions Collection

Three various novelty shoe pin cushions

Antique mahogany bobbin holder 25 cm high approx.

Mahogany Bobbin Holder - Antique Treasure

Antique mahogany bobbin holder 25 cm high approx.

Sterling silver heart shaped pin cushion/box hallmarked London…

Victorian Heart-Shaped Silver Pin Cushion/Box by William Cripps

Sterling silver heart shaped pin cushion/box hallmarked London 1895, maker: William Cripps, retailed through W.Farmers & Co Sydney, width 11.5 cm approx

Sterling silver shoe form pin cushion marks rubbed, possibly…

London 1912 Sterling Silver Shoe Pin Cushion

Sterling silver shoe form pin cushion marks rubbed, possibly London 1912, wood based, length 12.5 cm

A whalebone jagging wheel, mid 19th century, 14 cm long

Whalebone Jagging Wheel, 19th Century

A whalebone jagging wheel, mid 19th century, 14 cm long

A William IV mahogany sewing box, early 1830s, in the form of a…

William IV Mahogany Sewing Box

A William IV mahogany sewing box, early 1830s, in the form of a miniature press cupboard, the hinged top enclosing a tray and pin cushion above a pair of panelled doors enclosing five drawers, on flattened bun feet, 27 cm high, 25.5 cm wide, 18 cm deep

A pair of pin cushions, shaped as frogs, sterling silver…

Frog-shaped Sterling Silver Pin Cushions

A pair of pin cushions, shaped as frogs, sterling silver ornamented with red and blue velvet. Total weight 19.4g

A pin cushion, shaped as an elephant, sterling silver and blue…

Elephant Pin Cushion, Sterling Silver & Blue Velvet

A pin cushion, shaped as an elephant, sterling silver and blue velvet. Doubar Ltd London 1991.

A pair of sterling silver pin cushions, shaped as pheasants,…

Sterling Silver Pheasant Pin Cushions

A pair of sterling silver pin cushions, shaped as pheasants, ornamented with red and blue velvet. Total weight 17g

A pair of pin cushions, shaped as rabbits, sterling silver…

Rabbit Pin Cushions: Sterling Silver and Blue Velvet

A pair of pin cushions, shaped as rabbits, sterling silver ornamented with blue velvet. Total weight 26.5g

Porcupine silver pin cushion tests as 925 silver, length 4 cm…

925 Silver Porcupine Pin Cushion - 4cm, 10g

Porcupine silver pin cushion tests as 925 silver, length 4 cm approx, weight 10grams

A Victorian bone tape measure with a brass winding handle,…

Victorian Bone Tape Measure with Brass Winding Handle

A Victorian bone tape measure with a brass winding handle, diameter 3 cm.

Sterling silver bird form pin cushion, hallmarked Chester 1906…

Antique Bird Pin Cushion & Thimble Set

Sterling silver bird form pin cushion, hallmarked Chester 1906 & a antique metal thimble

Two silver and mother of pearl fruit knives, and three bone…

5 Antique Utensils: 2 Fruit Knives, 3 Sewing Implements

Two silver and mother of pearl fruit knives, and three bone sewing implements.

Vintage silver settee form pin cushion embossed putti…

Embossed Silver Settee Pin Cushion with Putti Decoration

Vintage silver settee form pin cushion embossed putti decoration, with fabric covered seat for pin cushion, length 6 cm

Edward VII sterling silver pin cushion Birmingham 1907, swan…

Edwardian Swan Pin Cushion, Birmingham 1907

Edward VII sterling silver pin cushion Birmingham 1907, swan form, with velvet cushion for pins, height 4 cm

Rare 19th century thread stand with miniature dancing figures…

Gilded Bronze Thread Stand with Dancing Figures

Rare 19th century thread stand with miniature dancing figures in gilded bronze, revolving with two tiers on circular base

Victorian sterling silver pin cushion, London 1885, maker…

Victorian Silver Pin Cushion with Velvet Insert

Victorian sterling silver pin cushion, London 1885, maker Francis Higgins III, with velvet covered cushion insert

Collection fourteen antique lace Bobbins including, ivory, bone…

Antique Lace Bobbin Collection

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

A Chinese silver pin cushion, circular shaped, raised on ball…

Chinese Silver Bamboo Pin Cushion

A Chinese silver pin cushion, circular shaped, raised on ball feet, depicting bamboo leaves

A sterling silver pin cushion, circular shaped, plain design,…

Sterling Silver Pin Cushion, Deakin & Francis, 1948

A sterling silver pin cushion, circular shaped, plain design, Deakin & Francis Ltd, Birmingham, 1948

A rare early 20th century silver pin cushion modelled as a…

Silver Goat Pin Cushion, Chester 1918

A rare early 20th century silver pin cushion modelled as a standing goat, well detailed with curving horns, beard, hair, etc., original cushion. Chester 1918 by Adie & Lovekin Ltd. Length 3.5 cm

Vintage silver shoe form pin cushion length 6 cm weight 26grams

Vintage Silver Shoe Pin Cushion - 26g, 6cm Length

Vintage silver shoe form pin cushion length 6 cm weight 26grams

Victorian sterling silver cased pin cushion London 1874, maker…

Victorian Silver Pin Cushion with Velvet Cushion

Victorian sterling silver cased pin cushion London 1874, maker Martin hall & Co, tri-footed, with velvet covered cushion

Victorian sterling silver cased pin cushion Birmingham 1894,…

Victorian Sterling Silver Pin Cushion, Birmingham 1894

Victorian sterling silver cased pin cushion Birmingham 1894, makers Mitchell Bosley & Co. Tri-footed with velvet cushion

Antique burr walnut sewing drawer with woollen pin cushion top,…

Antique Burr Walnut Sewing Drawer with Pin Cushion Top

Antique burr walnut sewing drawer with woollen pin cushion top, 13 cm high, 26 cm wide, 18 cm deep

A 19th century mother of pearl inlaid ebony workbox, the…

Mother of Pearl Inlaid Ebony Workbox with Sewing Implements

A 19th century mother of pearl inlaid ebony workbox, the emerald green satin lined interior fitted with an array of mother of pearl and ivory sewing implements. With key. 30 cm x 22 cm x 12 cm

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

Antique oriental collection ivory sewing implement, including…

Oriental Ivory Sewing Collection: 10 Antique Pieces

Antique oriental collection ivory sewing implement, including crochet hooks, lace making stilettos, pen, etc. Approximately 10 pieces in total.

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.

An early 20th century silver Arts & Crafts Viking ship pin…

Arts & Crafts Viking Ship Pin Cushion

An early 20th century silver Arts & Crafts Viking ship pin cushion, dragon mast head, billowing sail, the old green velvet deck cushion cover requiring attention. Birmingham 1911 by Charles Westwood & Sons. Length 13 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.

Two pin cushions, shaped as shoes, sterling silver. Weight 9.4g.

Sterling Silver Shoe Pin Cushions (9.4g)

Two pin cushions, shaped as shoes, sterling silver. Weight 9.4g.

Vintage English sewing tidy with thimble, etc

English Sewing Tidy with Thimble and More

Vintage English sewing tidy with thimble, etc

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)

Collection of various G-clamps

Assorted G-Clamps Collection

Collection of various G-clamps

An Edwardian silver cased tape measure and carved bone needle…

Edwardian Silver Tape Measure and Bone Needle Case

An Edwardian silver cased tape measure and carved bone needle case, the circular retracting steel tape by Chesterman. Birmingham 1904 by E.S. Barnsley & Co.

A late Victorian silver pin box, the hinged lid mounted with a…

Victorian Silver Pin Box with Mounted Pin

A late Victorian silver pin box, the hinged lid mounted with a pin. Birmingham 1898 by Levi & Salaman.

A Victorian novelty china dog with fly tape measure, the fly…

Victorian Fly Dog Tape Measure

A Victorian novelty china dog with fly tape measure, the fly sits at his tail and extends to show a fabric tape measure. Height 4.3 cm

George III Anglo-Indian bone and ivory sewing box, c. 1810, of…

George III Sewing Box, Bone and Ivory, c. 1810

George III Anglo-Indian bone and ivory sewing box, c. 1810, of octagonal shape, raised on eight ball feet, lid with brown velvet pin cushion, interior with blue silk lining, height 9 cm width 28 cm depth 23 cm

A small fine quality 'fern' wood pin cushion, on short pedestal…

Fernwood Pin Cushion on Pedestal

A small fine quality 'fern' wood pin cushion, on short pedestal support. Diameter 9 cm

Vintage sterling silver pin cushion, pierced sterling silver…

Sterling Silver Pin Cushion with Padded Insert

Vintage sterling silver pin cushion, pierced sterling silver base, with padded pin cushion insert. Diameter 10 cm, weight 80 grams (silver only).

Antique oak & elm spinning wheel, 81 cm high, purchased from…

Antique Spinning Wheel - March 1978 Purchase

Antique oak & elm spinning wheel, 81 cm high, purchased from Stanley Lipscombe, March 1978

A silver shoe pin cushion, in the form of a high heel Turkish…

Turkish Slipper Pin Cushion: A Chic Sewing Accessory

A silver shoe pin cushion, in the form of a high heel Turkish slipper.

An oak spinning wheel, Continental, late 19th century, 95 cm…

Late 19th Century Continental Oak Spinning Wheel

An oak spinning wheel, Continental, late 19th century, 95 cm high, 86 cm wide, 48 cm deep

A sterling silver pin cushion, shaped as a duck. Length 3.5 cm

Silver Duck Pin Cushion - 3.5 cm Length

A sterling silver pin cushion, shaped as a duck. Length 3.5 cm