I was sure it could not be far off; but I had put my huswife upon it, you see, without being aware, and so it was quite hid, but I had it in my hand so very lately that I was almost sure it must be on the table.
a small case containing scissors, thread, needles, and other sewing things
Heceleme
a small case containing scissors, thread, needles, and oth·er sew·ing things