Nice topic @Sybe and great contributions.
@Huma0 We used to have lots of great roadside collections and in my area we used to be invaded by people from all areas of Auckland because they knew there was good stuff to be found.
Writing this whilst sitting on a Rocking Chair awaiting to be recovered with the computer on a Fold up wooden hand made table I found on one of my walks home after a swim.
I jokingly call some of my finds after the streets I've found them.
One off my best finds that Guest always comment on is the Wooden hand crafted tiered Planter stands I use as a Bedside table in my Guest room, the other is in the living area.
They are perfect for small rooms.
Sewing is very simple if as @Sarah977 has mentioned one does the basics, looks after the machine ( I used to pull my mothers sewing machine to pieces and put it back together as a kid!) and knows how to drive in a straight line.