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Household Tools and Sewing Tools

By , About.com Guide

Have you ever run across a gadget and wondered what it was for? It's especially interesting to come across antiques or vintage items that were once commonly used in the household and then try to figure out exactly how it was used.

Enjoy this gallery of unusual household items and sewing items.

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Sasheen Bow MakerTadumidol Laundry PounderTop Hat IronAntique Glass Glove Darner
Hem GaugeSterling Silver Hem Gauge by Unger Bros.knitting stickKnitting StickMystery Box - TelephoneBuster Brown Shoe Stretcher
Leather Glove StretcherSailors Seam Rubberknitting stickKnitting SheathIs this a Hat Holder?

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