Discovering the Darning Mushroom: A Vintage Sewing Tool If you’ve ever sorted through an old sewing box, you know how many unexpected treasures can appear. Tucked between spools of thread and scattered buttons, you might come across a small wooden object shaped like a mushroom—rounded top, short handle—and wonder what purpose it once served. 1. The Curious Wooden Shape This smooth, palm-sized tool usually features a cap about three inches wide and a stubby handle roughly two inches long. Its polished surface hints at years of regular handling. Though it resembles something from the forest floor, its presence in a…