Vintage carded 7" long needles for doll making, soft sculpture and upholstery. The purple and tan card reads “Needles – Soft Sculpture, Doll Making, Upholstery,” “Size 7”, 2 pcs.” with an original $1.50 price sticker. The back of the card is marked Notions Etc. and the card is marked Made in Japan. The long steel needles are held to the card with a dark gray fabric tape and a metal hanging ring.
These are handy long needles for tying quilts, attaching doll limbs and features, sculpting soft dolls and teddy bears, and for upholstery and tufting work. A nice find for doll makers, crafters, or anyone building a vintage sewing supply collection.
Please note: The card is labeled 2 pcs., but three metal pieces are attached. These include two long needles and a third piece with a wire loop end, possibly a needle threader. Acquired from an estate sale, so I cannot confirm whether the needles are the original contents or whether the card was reused to hold needles in a sewing box. Sold as is.
Condition: Vintage, pre-owned. The card shows age toning and yellow foxing spots on the back, with light wear. A faint crease is present near the top of the card, and some light surface rust on the hanging ring. The tape has some age. Needles show light oxidation/tarnish and no bends observed. Please see detailed photos for condition.
I am always happy to consider any reasonable offer and will combine shipping.
Condition:
Pre-owned. Vintage, estate sale find. Age-related toning, foxing and light wear. Contents unverified as original.
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