IN Cornhill, Boston, thirty years ago, there was a shop for the manufacture and repair of nautical instruments and philosophical apparatus, kept by Ari Davis. Mr. Davis was a very ingenious mechanic, ...

Author Martha Stewart writes in our 101 Objects Special Issue: Isaac Merritt Singer's sewing machine was a vast improvement upon earlier versions, capable of 900 stitches a minute -at a time when the ...

The craftsmanship of the machines and the intricate woodwork and scrolling on the stands and cabinets that house them make vintage sewing machines, like this one owned by Marenthia Lagarde of New ...

Early efforts -- Elements of a successful machine -- The "Sewing-Machine Combination" -- Less expensive machines -- Appendixes: Notes on the development and commercial use of the sewing machine -- ...

Sewing thread has gone through many changes over time, as a result of technological advances – including the invention of sewing machines, cotton mercerization and the introduction of synthetic fibers ...

Fonder Sewing Machine Company opened its first location in 1946 at 333 S. Phillips Ave. It was sharing space with a business called Household Appliance Company in the small storefront. Fonder was ...

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — On Saturday, the Sewing History Museum of Wichita celebrated its first anniversary. The museum held a fundraiser complete with all kinds of activities, from learning about ...

HANCOCK, Mich. (WJMN) — A couple in the Copper Country is sharing their love of hands-on history with their unique business. Nestled in downtown Hancock is the home to Sew Cranky where you’ll find an ...