A characterful assembled set of six late 19th-century sewing and craft tools, including various hand tools traditionally used for fine needlework, haberdashery and leather or bookbinding tasks. Each piece is individually made, featuring turned bone handles, steel working ends, and warm natural patination from age and use.
Sets like this were commonly kept in workboxes or sewing baskets, and today they make attractive additions to collections of Victorian craft tools, treen and boneware. The lot includes:
🌿 Two Victorian sewing awls with bone handles and steel tips
🌿 One stiletto / laying tool with slim bone handle
🌿 One finely turned steel punch with decorative baluster shaft
🌿 One bone creasing or folding tool
🌿 One buttonhook with bone handle and steel hooked end
🌿 All items with genuine 19th-century wear and natural ageing
🌿 Largest piece approx. 15 cm long
Condition
🌿 Age-related wear throughout, including oxidation to steel ends
🌿 Bone handles with natural age patina, light marks and small fissures typical of period tools
🌿 All pieces structurally sound and display well
🌿 Sold as a single set of six items
Our Antique Forager Ethos
We source antique and vintage pieces for their craftsmanship, character and individuality, selecting only those that stand out and carry a story worthy of passing on.
Shipping
Free UK postage. Worldwide delivery available — rates vary by destination and weight. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout. Every item is carefully packed and insured.
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