In the 18th century, the item called a housewife (“hussif”) is one that had multiple uses. It could be a container for small personal items, a wallet, a sewing kit, or a combination of these. This housewife kit is a simple design based off period examples. It has been lovingly assembled in two versions, both containing everything you need to make your own.
Helga (version 2): Striped linen, cotton sateen, and yarn-dyed cotton with historical reproduction print and yellow linen accents, yellow or white linen exterior, white cotton tape binding with black ribbon ties; grey wool needle book
Complete Kit:
- Instructions
- Pre-cut fabric
- Tape or fabric binding
- Ribbon ties
- Full spool of thread
- Wood threadwinder
- Pins
- Needle
- Beeswax
Essentials Kit:
- Instructions
- Pre-cut fabric
- Tape or fabric binding
- Ribbon ties
For more help with making your own housewife check out my video on the subject.