One of the worst things about sewing is finding out that your bobbin — that’s the smaller spool that works together with the needle and the larger spool to make a complete stitch — ran out of thread ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Bobbin winder for winding lace ...

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Antique fiber tools are fascinating, but sometimes tricky to identify! I take a deep dive into one mysterious piece to discover whether it’s a flax wheel or a bobbin winder—and uncover some historical ...