These spines are frequently so strong as to serve the Indians for nails. A needle and thread is also furnished the natives by the simple process of pounding the leaf so as to soften the pulp ...

A QUIRKY new project which will see a number of colourful sewing needle and thread statues positioned around Redditch borough ...

But instead of surrendering to despair, they picked up a needle and thread—transforming their skills into a thriving sewing business that now provides income and inspiration to other Afghan women.