The Sewing Machine Museum That Opens Just 3 Hours a Month! π§΅β¨
π London Sewing Machine Museum A quirky little-known treasure trove showcasing Ray Rushton's incredible private collection spanning three centuries! π°οΈ π The Fascinating Backstory: β’ Founded by Ray's father Thomas Rushton in 1947 β’ Original Wimbledon Sewing Machine Co. shop recreated inside β’ Over 600 machines from legendary brands like Singer, Pfaff & Jones π ποΈ Museum Highlights: β’ Two rooms PACKED with sewing history: - Industrial machines room ποΈ - Domestic machines room π β’ Every machine labeled with year & origin π β’ Crown jewels: - 1829 Thimmonier (one of world's first sewing machines!) π - 1865 Pollack & Schmidt (Princess Vicky's wedding gift!) π β° Visiting Hours: First Saturday each month ONLY 2:00-5:00pm β³ (FREE entry! π«) ποΈ Bonus Stop: Next-door Sewing & Craft Superstore has: β’ Every crafting supply imaginable π§Ά β’ Fabrics, tools, accessories βοΈ β’ New sewing machines 𧡠#LondonMuseums #HiddenLondon #SewingHistory #IndustrialHeritage #FreeLondon #QuirkyMuseums #VintageFinds #CraftersParadise #OldLondon #TimeCapsule #WeekendDiscovery #NicheCollections
