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Sewing boxes and baskets, WW1
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Sewing boxes and baskets, WW1
Fitted sewing box and a floor standing sewing box, available from Mark Cross Ltd of Regent Street. Perfect for the many ladies sewing for soldiers and sailors during the First World War. Date: 1914
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Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the First World War, the quiet and unassuming act of sewing took on a new significance as women across the United Kingdom rallied together to support their loved ones on the frontlines. In this evocative photograph from 1914, two sewing boxes from Mark Cross Ltd of Regent Street are showcased, offering a glimpse into the world of homefront needlework. The smaller, fitted sewing box exudes elegance and practicality, its sleek design ideal for the portable and focused sewing sessions that became a daily ritual for countless women. Meanwhile, the floor-standing sewing box, a more substantial and versatile piece, would have been a valuable asset for communal sewing sessions or larger projects. Mark Cross Ltd, a renowned purveyor of high-quality leather goods, recognized the demand for such sewing accessories and offered these beautiful boxes to the many women who were sewing comforts and uniforms for soldiers and sailors. The company's commitment to providing the best tools for this vital work resonated with the women who sought to make a difference in their own way, despite the challenges of the war. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the immense efforts and sacrifices made by women during the First World War, as they turned their hands to sewing, knitting, and other crafts to provide comfort and support to those on the frontlines. The sewing boxes and baskets, like the ones featured here, became essential tools in this remarkable display of unity, determination, and love.
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