Every household in the 18th, 19th and 20th century would have a sewing basket. The more genteel lady would pass her time with embroidery and needlework, whereas the lady from a lesser household would always be in need of sewing implements to make and repair her family’s clothes, on a regular basis.
 
This group of sewing items consists of 24 bobbins and cards of assorted thread.
 
Condition is good.
 
Dimensions: small box of 12 bobbins measures 10.5 x 8cm