This handsome antique toy sewing machine bears the following imprint on its stitch plate: THE SMITH & EGGE MFG. CO., PAT'D JUN 2 '96,JAN 25 '97, OCT 9 '97, OTHER PAT'S PENDING. The machine stands

 

Here is a lovely 11/16 inch Victorian opaque glass button with a painted flower and leaves made somewhere between 1850 - 1900. The back has a 4 way brass box shank. These buttons are from my aunt's es

 

This is where I want to sit with a cup of tea and look for hours at the buttons! Here is what I know about this button box.... Original owner was born in late 1800's, she was an accomplished sewer, qu

 

A SMALL ADVERTISING KNITTING COUNTER FOR "PATON'S KNITTING WOOL'S". GREEN AND BLACK BAKELITE AND A METAL- WIRE FINGER RING. TWO PATENT NUMBERS WITH A DATE OF 1945. 37 MM LONG POSTAGE WITHIN AUSTRALIA

 

These are out of my realm of knowledge so, my description is gleaned from ebay listings descriptions. Hope I got it right. These eight pieces look to be carved bone. All are in good shape. One hook is

 

Antique Singer electric motor. Pat. May 22, 1917. Volts 15 AC DC. #2 B500720. Came off. a very old Singer sewing machine. Turns free, not sure it works. Looks like it needs to be gone thru before ener

 

This is an addition to my new listings. Size range is 1/2" - 5/8".The buttons are in good condition. Payment is only by PayPal and is expected within 5 days of auction end. Buyer is responsible for co

 

An amazing hard white pewter button dating from the 18th century Measures a bit over 3/4 inch Built up metal loop shank Backmark is a challenge to decipher

 

For sale , a really neat antique Victorian sewing bird / pin cushion ! This is in as found condition and needs new silk on the 2 pin cushion parts as it has worn away as shown and the birds head is sl

 

You are bidding on a sweet little porcelain half doll pincushion made in Germany! She stands about 3.5" tall and is marked "Germany" under the base of the pincushion. There is some slight wear on the