As manufactured goods gradually became more easily available, ladies developed crafts such as needlework, which had previously been an essential skill for making clothing and household linens, to occupy their increased leisure time.
A wide variety of useful and novelty tools and accessories, in addition to the former basic necessities, began to be produced, and many people are now interested in these objects and collecting them.
This book illustrates several hundred needlework tools and related objects and describes briefly how they were used. It concentrates on the types most frequently encountered by collectors today.
Contents:
Introduction
Needlework and Related Activities
Thimbles and Thimble Cases
Needlecases
Pincushions and Emery Cushions
Tapemeasures
Thread Holders, Winders, Waxers and Reel Stands
Scissors
Miscellaneous Accessories
Further Reading
Places to Visit
