{"product_id":"1986-stratton-sewing-kit-enamel-rose-and-19533","title":"1986 Stratton Sewing Kit: Enamel Rose and Butterfly Lid, Made in England","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming 1980s Stratton travel sewing kit, made in England. The rectangular case features a glossy lid panel decorated with pink roses and a deep blue butterfly within a soft green border, all framed by a gold‑tone bezel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse shows Stratton’s signature engine‑turned mesh pattern and a cartouche stamped: “Stratton © 1986 England – Reg. Des. No 1037581”, confirming date and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the original fitted foam tray holds:\u003cbr\u003e\nSmall scissors\u003cbr\u003e\nAssorted threads on a card (neutrals, blue, rust)\u003cbr\u003e\nTwo safety pins\u003cbr\u003e\nTwo spare buttons\u003cbr\u003e\nNeedle threader\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasuring rule (inches)\u003cbr\u003e\nThimble‑style caps\/fasteners (as pictured)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey features\u003cbr\u003e\nBrand: Stratton, England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear\/era: 1986 (dated on back)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormat: Portable sewing\/repair kit\u003cbr\u003e\nCase: Gold‑tone metal, rectangular\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLid: Enamel insert with roses and butterfly design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack: Engine‑turned mesh with dated Stratton cartouche\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements (approx.)\u003cbr\u003e\nWidth: 7 cm\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight: 6 cm\u003cbr\u003e\nDepth: 1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003e\nGood vintage condition with light surface wear to the gold‑tone edges and age‑related marks to the back plate, consistent with normal use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior tools present as photographed; lid is bright and glossy with no cracks. Please review all photos as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy you’ll love it\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractical and pretty — ideal for a travel bag, caravan, or gift for a keen sewist. Collectors of Stratton accessories will appreciate the dated mark and artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDispatch \u0026amp; postage\u003cbr\u003e\nShips from the UK with tracked, well‑padded packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54466540110165,"sku":null,"price":29.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.7265587189_j6yf.jpg?v=1785024786","url":"https:\/\/thecompactcollective.co.uk\/products\/1986-stratton-sewing-kit-enamel-rose-and-19533","provider":"The Compact Collective","version":"1.0","type":"link"}