Canadian Sewing Kit (Housewife) with Contents

Original WWII Canadian Sewing Kit (Housewife) with Contents. The Canadian Army sewing kit, commonly known as a “Housewife”, is dated 1941. Manufactured from khaki cotton material, the kit features several compartments for storing sewing supplies and retains its original securing tapes. The interior bears a Canadian manufacturer’s stamp dated 1941. The kit comes with an assortment of sewing accessories, including various threads, needles, safety pins, a metal thread card, and a small cloth pouch. These practical sewing kits were carried by Canadian soldiers during WWII for repairing uniforms and equipment while on service.