Deer Isle, Me.
1389. If you break a needle in sewing a new gown, it is a sure sign you will live to wear out the garment.
Holyoke, Mass.
1390. If you break your needle in making a garment, or have to rip out some of it, you will live to wear it out.
Boston, Mass.
1391. If a white petticoat falls below your dress, it is a sign that your father loves you better than your mother.
New England.
1392. Crooked pins are a sign that the owner is an old maid.
Province of Quebec, Can.
1393. Should a friend withdraw a ring from the finger of another, it is a sign it will break friendship. The owner should take off the ring and hand it to the friend.