Vintage Curver Sewing Box from the 1970s – Practical Storage Solution with Timeless Appeal
SKU: PD-5269-25Vintage Curver Sewing Box from the 1970s – Practical Storage Solution with Timeless Appeal
- Manufacturer: Curver Benelux BV
- Production Date: 1970s
Product Description:
This vintage sewing box by Curver, dating from the 1970s, offers a thoughtful blend of form and function. Made from off-white plastic with a contrasting orange lid, the box features a subtle embossed pattern on the lid — a nod to its original purpose: keeping sewing supplies neatly organized. A sturdy handle on top makes it easy to carry.
Key Features:
Functional design:
The sewing box includes a removable transparent tray with several compartments for storing smaller items like buttons, spools of thread, and needles. Beneath the tray is a spacious compartment ideal for larger materials such as fabrics, patterns, or scissors.Material and finish:
Made of durable hard plastic, known for its longevity. The lid closes securely with a reliable snap-lock mechanism.Versatile use:
While originally designed as a sewing box, this item also works perfectly for storing craft supplies, jewellery, hobby tools, or small hardware.Vintage appeal:
The colour combination and iconic Curver design reflect the distinctive style of the 1970s, making this a great piece for lovers of retro design.
Condition:
The sewing box is in good vintage condition with signs of use appropriate to its age. Some light surface scratches and discolouration are visible, but there are no functional defects. Please refer to the attached photos for details.
Dimensions:
- Height: 22 cm
- Length: 36 cm
- Width: 23 cm
About Curver:
Founded in 1949, Curver evolved from a packaging manufacturer into an international brand for household plastic products. During the 1970s, Curver became known for innovative designs that were both practical and visually appealing — a legacy well represented by this sewing box.
This sewing box is a fine example of functional mid-20th-century design. An excellent choice for anyone who values organization, durability, and a touch of retro charm.
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TAGS
Curver, sewing box, vintage sewing box, 1970s, storage box, retro design, craft storage box, Curver Benelux, plastic sewing box, off-white, orange lid, sewing supplies, insert tray, multifunctional storage box, vintage Curver, nostalgic storage.
Country of origin
Curver Benelux BV was originally based in Tilburg, the Netherlands, where the brand evolved during the 1970s into a leading manufacturer of plastic household products.
Kind of object
Vintage plastic sewing box with a removable transparent tray, designed for neatly organizing sewing supplies.
Theme
Sewing box, storage box, vintage, retro, plastic box, craft box, sewing case, 1970s design, storage, Curver, hobby box, household storage box, second-hand, organizer, sewing supplies storage
Decoration
The orange lid features a raised relief decoration of a pair of scissors, a tracing wheel, and a spool of thread, subtly integrated beneath the handle.
Category
Plastic Design - Household goods.
Color
Cream-white box with an orange lid and a transparent inlay.
Publisher
Curver Benelux
Manufacturer
Curver Benelux BV
Brand
CURVER
Material
The sewing box is made entirely of hard, durable plastic and features a metal clasp and metal hinges.
Particularities
What makes this sewing box special are its original 1970s colour scheme, the practical removable tray, and the embossed decoration on the lid that highlights its intended use.
Era
1970s – A period spanning from mid-century modern to early postmodern, characterized by functional design and the widespread use of plastic in household products.
Quality
The sewing box is in good vintage condition with minor signs of wear and age-related marks, without any damage affecting its functionality.
Height
22,00 cm
Lenght
36,00 cm
Width
23,00 cm
Content
This Curver sewing box comes with an original transparent insert tray.
Shipping method
Parcel post with track & trace
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