Ladies, Mauchline is a town in Southwest Scotland which is famous for its wares, which include snuff boxes, needle tools, etc., all made from wood. They are highly collectible and that shuttle will probably never be used, if it ever was. If you would like to learn more about Mauchline and it's products the following URL will be helpful. http://www.artbookservices.com/articles/may97/may97_4.html
As to the sewing kit, anything from Palais Royal is only the finest of craftmanship, highly prized by collectors, and again will most likely never be used. It is not a simple "French Sewing Kit." That would be like calling a Stradivarius a "fiddle." Some collectors will look for similar items and transfer mint tools to a mint box and have an absolutely priceless collection. You have crossed the threshhold and are now into the world of antiques and collectibles. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
