The author talks about the house wife sewing kit and shows how it is put together and what it contains. There are a series of stills plus more still shots of the 18th century pocket book.
"There's too much of the "throw away" or "easier to buy" mentality today, as a result older crafts are disappearing". Totally agree frazz, & thank you for the feedback, much obliged. Regards, Keith. A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
Yes mate, & with them very often goes the skills. But there are other people & groups out there that like me are trying to keep these skills alive. Good to hear from you again. Regards, Keith. A Woodsrunner's diary (blog).
back in the mid 60's, we had some great very skilled people who'd come along to our scout meetings and show us how to put a kit very similar to this together, they also showed us primitive fire skills , setting of traps and so on, I owe them a lot, a shame they're no longer with us ..
Great stuff as usual, im a massive advocate in making your own kit items, or at the very least having a go. There's too much of the "throw away" or "easier to buy" mentality today, as a result older crafts are disappearing.
You are very welcome. Not hard to make a pattern. I edged in tape for a neater finish as was the original. You can make it any size you want within reason. Regards, Keith. A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
This video came at the perfect time. I was just getting ready to start mine when you posted it. It's done now, and looks good. Thanks for the clear veiws on the way it's constructed.Looking forward to your next video!
@@historicaltrekking, i am new to your channel, as such, I would very much be interested is learning how you made your hussif. Especially making a pin cushion backed with leather. I am currently researching before making my own. I really like the idea of backing the pin cushion with leather. If you have already done that video, please direct me towards that. 😃
@@leisongivangomo5656 I never made a video on making a housewife, I made mine before I started making videos. But the pin cushion is just a small pocket of cushion case. One side left open, then the leather backing slipped inside, Then I stuffed the rest of it with unwashed sheep's fleece so that it retained the lanolin, & finally stitched the pocket closed. Then I stitched this to the housewife. More images on my blog here Leisongi: woodsrunnersdiary.blogspot.com/search?q=housewife Regards, Keith.
I agree, it is a very useful item. Re the buttons Richard, I simply draw the outline of the button on bone, drill the holes on all of them, then cut them out with a jig saw. Touch up the edges & face with sand/glass paper. Keith. A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
No Crocket, I doubt that many would have carried drill bits. Probably would not get much use in the woods. But items like buttons were made at home, or traded for or purchased. Some woodsmen were also farmers, but even those with no other home but the woods would visit a community or a trader once in a while. They needed to trade for powder & lead, sometimes tea & sugar & perhaps some dried goods. Would love to see one of your drills Crocket. I must have a go at making one. Regards, Keith.
Hi Crocket. metal drill bits were being used in the 18th century, so I used an old hand drill for the button holes. Would be nice to make a period drill though.
Mr. Burgess-I went to a maritime school in the early 1960s where we were issued a sewing kit called a housewife. Don't know if the term still hangs on, but it sure did then.
Thanks for the link Crocket, much obliged. I will have to find more info on securing a drill bit, but this has taken me thus far. Regards, Keith. A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
Intellegence is one thing, knowledge is another Crocket, you have it all over me with this drill info. But I think I know what you mean. The 16thc.-18thc. drill bits were different from modern drill bits. I still need to do more research on different types of drill chucks.
Awesome vid as always Sir !! This is now on my to do list for making my own hussiff .. I won't call it the other term as my "beloved" might take offense...lol Plus she's a pretty good shot !!;-)
Hey Mr. Keith, I watch your videos alot and learned very much, thankyou for sharing your knowledge! I have a question for you? On the buttons, what part of the animal bone are good for making buttons? Thanks again
@@historicaltrekking It doesn't take much to make your kit useful for any situation, nor does a small sharp scissor take up too much weight. If an emergency happens and you cant make it home, and clothing/pack damage is extensive, meaning a couple stiches wont cut it, or you need to make bandages out of what you can find.... its just a suggestion
@@spiritsjoy Every little item adds to the weight, & there has to be some compromise between two principles, minimum weight, & maximum self-reliance. I carry a medical kit with bandages. Scissors are of little use to me when I have three knives. Regards, Keith.
Keith,
Thank you for making the video. That was very helpful and will assist me in making this peice of kit.
Much thanks,
John
"There's too much of the "throw away" or "easier to buy" mentality today, as a result older crafts are disappearing".
Totally agree frazz, & thank you for the feedback, much obliged.
Regards, Keith.
A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
Yes mate, & with them very often goes the skills. But there are other people & groups out there that like me are trying to keep these skills alive.
Good to hear from you again.
Regards, Keith.
A Woodsrunner's diary (blog).
back in the mid 60's, we had some great very skilled people who'd come along to our scout meetings and show us how to put a kit very similar to this together, they also showed us primitive fire skills , setting of traps and so on, I owe them a lot, a shame they're no longer with us ..
I used your video to sew my own today. I thank you for the insight to help me along my way.
Nice kit. That's what we called our sewing kit in the Marine Corps.
Gracias por este vídeo. Excelente información.
Thank you for commenting Oscar, much appreciated.
Regards, Keith.
The shoulder blade is the best part sir.
Regards, Keith.
Great stuff as usual, im a massive advocate in making your own kit items, or at the very least having a go. There's too much of the "throw away" or "easier to buy" mentality today, as a result older crafts are disappearing.
Another great video for historical reenactors & old school survivalists. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
You are very welcome. Not hard to make a pattern. I edged in tape for a neater finish as was the original. You can make it any size you want within reason.
Regards, Keith.
A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
Well done Vid , Myeengun . Never leave home without it "The Stich Kit" Cheers my friend ;-))
need to put one of thoes together for my kit...
thanks for the great vid
Thanks Keith. I will make one and try to make a vid of it. Thanks again
Richard
This video came at the perfect time. I was just getting ready to start mine when you posted it. It's done now, and looks good. Thanks for the clear veiws on the way it's constructed.Looking forward to your next video!
I look forward to seeing your video Richard.
Regards, Keith.
great video i learn alot from these
Great video!
Thank you Leisongi, very much appreciated.
Regards, Keith.
@@historicaltrekking, i am new to your channel, as such, I would very much be interested is learning how you made your hussif. Especially making a pin cushion backed with leather. I am currently researching before making my own. I really like the idea of backing the pin cushion with leather. If you have already done that video, please direct me towards that. 😃
@@leisongivangomo5656 I never made a video on making a housewife, I made mine before I started making videos. But the pin cushion is just a small pocket of cushion case. One side left open, then the leather backing slipped inside, Then I stuffed the rest of it with unwashed sheep's fleece so that it retained the lanolin, & finally stitched the pocket closed. Then I stitched this to the housewife.
More images on my blog here Leisongi: woodsrunnersdiary.blogspot.com/search?q=housewife
Regards, Keith.
I agree, it is a very useful item. Re the buttons Richard, I simply draw the outline of the button on bone, drill the holes on all of them, then cut them out with a jig saw. Touch up the edges & face with sand/glass paper.
Keith.
A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
Thanks for the vid, and great channel.
You are most welcome John, thanks for the request. Most of my ideas come from people asking me to make a video of this or that.
Regards, Keith.
What a great comment for me to begin my day with! Thank you.
Regards, Keith.
Great channel! Excellent insight and instruction!
No Crocket, I doubt that many would have carried drill bits. Probably would not get much use in the woods. But items like buttons were made at home, or traded for or purchased. Some woodsmen were also farmers, but even those with no other home but the woods would visit a community or a trader once in a while. They needed to trade for powder & lead, sometimes tea & sugar & perhaps some dried goods.
Would love to see one of your drills Crocket. I must have a go at making one.
Regards, Keith.
It strikes me that the original kit has a very bright idea--make your sewing kit out of cloth for patches! Thanks for all your videos. --Nick
Thanks for the feedback.
Keith.
Thank you Doug, & you are very welcome.
Keith.
A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
and thanks for sharing mate ..
Aha, you made my day. Thank you sir, much appreciated & you are very welcome.
Regards, Keith.
Interesting, so the term lives on! Thanks for the info Conner.
Keith.
I think in one way or another we learn from each other. Thank you for your comment.
Keith.
A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
You are very welcome.
Keith.
Hi Crocket. metal drill bits were being used in the 18th century, so I used an old hand drill for the button holes. Would be nice to make a period drill though.
keep up the good work.i do enjoy learning from a good teacher.--
--billy joe
Good to hear from you again my friend, & thanks for the comment.
Miingan.
Mr. Burgess-I went to a maritime school in the early 1960s where we were issued a sewing kit called a housewife. Don't know if the term still hangs on, but it sure did then.
Much appreciated, & you are very welcome.
Regards, Keith.
Excellent! & you are very welcome.
Regards, keith.
A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
Much obliged.
Keith.
A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
Interesting video
Thank you.
Keith.
Thanks for the link Crocket, much obliged. I will have to find more info on securing a drill bit, but this has taken me thus far.
Regards, Keith.
A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
Thanks billy joe.
Keith.
A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
Thank you. Good luck making your hussif.
Regards, Keith.
Intellegence is one thing, knowledge is another Crocket, you have it all over me with this drill info. But I think I know what you mean. The 16thc.-18thc. drill bits were different from modern drill bits. I still need to do more research on different types of drill chucks.
I have seen some Hussifs with a collection of square patches inside Nick.
Regards, Keith.
A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
Awesome vid as always Sir !! This is now on my to do list for making my own hussiff .. I won't call it the other term as my "beloved" might take offense...lol Plus she's a pretty good shot !!;-)
Thanks for your feedback Bill, appreciated.
Keith.
A Woodsrunner's Diary (blog).
Hey Mr. Keith, I watch your videos alot and learned very much, thankyou for sharing your knowledge! I have a question for you? On the buttons, what part of the animal bone are good for making buttons? Thanks again
I would think it would be excellent to use.
Keith.
He probably uses a pocket knife as opposed to scissors for cutting the threads but how do you cut your cloth?
This is the sewing kit I carry with me in my pack SJ, I have no need to cut cloth.
Keith.
@@historicaltrekking It doesn't take much to make your kit useful for any situation, nor does a small sharp scissor take up too much weight. If an emergency happens and you cant make it home, and clothing/pack damage is extensive, meaning a couple stiches wont cut it, or you need to make bandages out of what you can find.... its just a suggestion
@@spiritsjoy Every little item adds to the weight, & there has to be some compromise between two principles, minimum weight, & maximum self-reliance. I carry a medical kit with bandages. Scissors are of little use to me when I have three knives.
Regards, Keith.
I think it may still be known by that name Al.
Regards, Keith.
Would sheeps fleece i find on the moors do for stuffing the pin cushion?
Thank you, good to hear.
Keith.
A Woodsrunners Diary (blog).