Sewing implement (6)
'sewing implement' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for needle that I've seen before include "Cleopatra's" , "Annoy, tantilise" , "Instrument to annoy" , "joint" , "Annoy by constant criticism" .)
(Other definitions for thimble that I've seen before include "Needlewoman's aid" , "Protective item for the tailor" , "Finger guard" , "Cap to protect the finger while sewing" , "Finger protection when sewing" .)