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The first modern steel scissors were made in the late 1700's, and countless varieties have since been produced (some were given out as commemorative keepsakes at important gatherings and events). Sewing scissors, which can be recognized by their smaller blades and handles, are often packaged with other sewing accessories.

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An Interview With Antique Sewing Machine Collector Harry Berzack

I work for a sewing machine distribution company that was started by my late father. We mainly distribute industrial sewing machin… [more]

An Interview With Antique Sewing Thimble Collector Sue Gowan

My husband, Mike, used to buy me pieces of china. One day he bought me a Jasperware blue Wedgwood thimble and I put it aside with … [more]

Angry Chicken's Amy Karol on Sewing, Vintage Slips, and Her Apron Obsession

I think I started collecting vintage aprons seriously probably in 1991, my first year of college. I was an absolute junkie for vin… [more]

Guest Column: Collecting Vintage Sewing Patterns

Paper sewing patterns were first manufactured in the middle of the 1800s. These first paper patterns were designed by Ellen Curtis… [more]

The Sewing Machine of His Dreams

Every now and then, a collector gets lucky and finds that once-in-a-lifetime item. We all scour the planet for the things we love—… [more]

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