AboutIrene Schwall Expertise I have been a collector of antique sewing tools and thimbles for over 30 years. I am also a dealer in this field and sell on eBay under the name -- serengeti2.
Please note:
I am NOT, and I repeat NOT an expert on antique or vintage domestic household sewing machines used for everyday home sewing -- I can offer help when it comes to TOY or miniature collectible sewing machines ONLY.
Experience My expertise is in ANTIQUE sewing or needlework tools & thimbles, gold, silver, brass, ivory, bone etc. Modern thimbles are not necessarily my strong point but I may be able to help so don't hesitate to ask. I am also very well versed in the identification of Hallmarks on sewing collectibles.
Organizations Thimble Collectors International
SCTC - Southern California Thimble Club
SDTC - San Diego Thimble Club
OTS - Ohio Thimble Seekers
Priscilla Nutmeggers - CT/MA/NH
Dorset Thimble Society - UK
Rund um den Fingerhut - Germany
www.925/1000.com
Cyberthimble on Yahoo
Publications I belong to Thimble Collectors International & I chair the committee 'Publishing/Grants' and oversee the research and publication of booklets relating to sewing tools and thimbles.
I have also had articles published on needlework related topics.
Expert: Irene Schwall Date: 11/2/2007 Subject: OLD THIMBLE
Question I HAVE AN OLD THIMBLE WITH NO WRITING THAT I CAN SEE. IT IS OPEN ON BOTH ENDS AND HAS A SCROLL DESIGN AT THE BOTTOM EDGE.
Answer Hello Cindy,
Are you able to send me a photo of your thimble? If so please send to me at xtahoeviews@yahoo.com
It sounds like you have a tailor's thimble (open top)but if you can send me a photo I can offer more information on your item. You do not say if it is pot metal or perhaps sterling silver.
Thanks.
Irene
