Lot 124:
Sold for: £28
Description
A collection of sewing and haberdashery supplies housed in a wooden sewing box and additional containers. The lot includes a two-tier wooden sewing box with brass-coloured hinges. The assortment features a substantial quantity of sewing machine thread, with over fifty spools in various colours including shades of blue, pink, red, and neutral tones. Notable items include vintage wooden spools bearing labels for Sylko by Dewhurst’s, marked with shade numbers such as D.217 Deep Brown, D129 Wine, D.239 Dahlia, and D.343 Sea Mist. Other identified thread brands include Three Shells, Clark and Co, Gütermann, and Coats.
The collection further comprises a red rectangular metal tin containing a large assortment of loose buttons in diverse materials and colours, and several paper dressmaking patterns by Simplicity, including pattern number 843 and a 2 Hour design. Additional notions include a carded Korbond Hemming Web Bumper Pack, a blue plastic Milward needle threader, a small green metal box labelled Stanley 131-026 2m/6ft, and a red card for a Woman’s Weekly knitting yarn threader. The lot is completed by various accessories such as orange-handled scissors, white elastic tape, and an amber glass jar.
Condition report:
The items are in used vintage condition. The wooden box shows surface scratches and general wear consistent with age (photo 1). Several thread spools are part-used (photo 2). The paper pattern envelopes exhibit significant wear, including creases, tearing, and signs of handling (photo 1). The Korbond hemming web is partially used (photo 2). The button tin shows minor surface abrasions and internal wear from contact with the contents (photo 3).
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