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by Sally Ward HistoryIndustryInspiration

Tailor And Cutter Magazine

The “Tailor and Cutter” magazine was a renowned publication in the realm of tailoring and fashion during its tenure. Originally founded in the late 19th century, this tiny yet mighty magazine was a goldmine of tailoring tips and tricks for tailors, ...

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by William Whiteley - Featured -CraftHistory

White Lea: The Birthplace of Scissor Grinding

Where It All Started Our company has a remarkable history that spans an impressive 263 years, but unofficially longer than that. The story passed down through our family is that an ancestor of mine started manufacturing scissors in a picturesque lo ...

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whiteleys-and-the-crystal-palace
by Sally Ward CraftHistoryInspiration

Whiteley’s and the Crystal Palace

Over the years, I have discovered that William Whiteley’s actively engaged with or had connections to Royalty and Chatsworth. In 1879, we acquired Thomas Wilkinson, who crafted scissors for Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, earning Wilkinson the Roya ...

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