Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Furnishings and Equipment (hierarchy name)
4. Tools and Equipment (hierarchy name)
5. equipment
6. [equipment by material processed]
7. textile working equipment
8. needleworking equipment
9. sewing tools

Anotations

Scope note:

Devices, often having a basic shape similar to a boat-shaped weaver's shuttle, but used to carry thread as a spool; used for sewing, knotting, tatting, and embroidery. May be highly decorative and of precious materials.