huswife

/ˈhʌzwɪf/
noun
  1. A small sewing kit or case for holding needles, thread, and other sewing supplies.
    • She kept her needles and thread in a small huswife that fit in her purse.
    • The traveling tailor carried a huswife with all the essentials for quick repairs.
    • Grandma gave me her old huswife, which still held her favorite thimble.
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