Sewing-basket item (3)
I believe the answer is:
pin
'sewing-basket item' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for pin that I've seen before include "Fastener; brooch" , "Skittle; fix" , "Tack; fasten" , "Fixing device" , "Sewer's aid" .)