Sewing was an important part of the life of a woman during the 17th and 18th centuries. There was no sewing machine; everything was hand-stitched. Iron “grippers” were sometimes used to hold ...

Sewing machines were introduced to the general public in the 1840s, ... Antiques & Collectibles: 19th century recycling led to sewing spool furniture. By Terry Kovel Sep 26, 2009.

Others look for 19th-century sewing machines, spool cabinets, spools of thread, sewing birds, patterns, scissors and fitted sewing baskets.

JANESVILLE – After significant turnout and enthusiasm for last weekend’s National Quilting Day presentations at the Rock County Historical Society, another session of “Quilts, Textiles and ...

Women’s work in past centuries included cooking, cleaning and sewing. Before the 19th century, women had to shear sheep or cut flax and spin or weave fabric.