Mystery Quilted 'pocket'

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01-15-2017, 02:05 PM

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judy363905

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Originally Posted by Jan in VA

This reminds me of the historical "huswif" women have carried for nearly 800 years to hold their precious sewing tools. It is usually worn hanging at the waist, from a belt, apron string, or other such thing.

Here are some images of antique and modern ones. https://www.google.com/search?safe=a...k1.bebMTFybmc0

Jan in VA

(As this is a topic response, I ASSUME I am allowed to post this link here. If not, well then, I guess I'll be reprimanded.)

Great investigation Jan. This is why i check these boards often. Fun photos of creative bags

Judy in Phx, AZ

01-15-2017, 06:12 PM

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SandyinZ4

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Wow! Jan in Va... I have never heard of such an accessory as a huswif. Thanks so much for sharing this interesting fact. I will tell my friend that perhaps she should use her little pocket bag for this. (It doesn't have a zipper. That is just a black piece of trim) Everyone had wonderful suggestions.

01-15-2017, 07:21 PM

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ragamuffin

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Maybe it was made for a wheelchair or for a certain type of cane. I like Jan's idea also.

01-16-2017, 04:35 AM

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rjwilder

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My guess is a modern day huswif, they have been around forever.

01-16-2017, 04:56 AM

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Interesting thread for sure! I learned something new from Jan's comment. I have never heard that term, 'huswif' before and I enjoyed following the link. I think the pocket shown at the beginning of the thread can be used for anything desired. Lots of things find new and frequently better uses.

01-16-2017, 05:13 AM

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coopah

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Thanks, Jan, for the link...I'd never heard of a huswif! You have such a wonderful store of knowledge. Definitely appreciate you sharing your knowledge. :-)

01-16-2017, 06:47 AM

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bernamom

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Based on the size, maybe a case for a tablet or Ipad mini?

01-16-2017, 06:50 AM

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Jane Quilter

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I would put my kindle in it...........

01-16-2017, 07:38 AM

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Treasureit

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Another interesting piece of sewing history...chatelaines...worn by the house maid (housewif) in the Victorian Era. https://www.pinterest.com/kmarield/chatelaine/