Vera Neale (1901 - 1990) used needles made from bicycle spokes and piano wire to achieve the fine knitted stitches for her garments.Two lengths of piano wire, sharpened to points at both ends, used by Vera Neale as knitting needles.knitting handicrafts, neale, mrs vera, knitting, handicrafts

This knitting pattern book was published by the Villawood Textile Company, Sydney and contains knitting patterns for children's knitted garments. It was photographed at Luna Park in Sydney.BOOK 103 / CHILDREN'S DESIGNS IN / 5, 8 & 12 PLY EQUIVALENTS / LLAMA/MOHAIR & CORTINA / BY / Villawool / 2'9knitting handicrafts - history, villawood textile company, knitting, handicrafts - history

This knitting pattern book was published by the Villawood Textile Company, Sydney and contains knitting patterns for children's knitted garments. It was photographed at Luna Park in Sydney.BOOK 104 / CHILDREN'S DESIGNS IN / 5, 8 & 12 PLY EQUIVALENTS / & CORTINA, MOHAIR/LLAMA / BY / Villawool / 2'9knitting handicrafts - history, villawood textile company, knitting, handicrafts - history

Vera Neale (1901 - 1990) used needles made from bicycle spokes and piano wire to achieve the fine knitted stitches for her garments.Knitting needles made from bicycle spokes and used by Vera Neale.knitting handicrafts, neale, mrs vera, knitting, handicrafts

Vera Neale (1901 - 1990) used needles made from bicycle spokes and piano wire to achieve the fine knitted stitches for her garments.Made from piano wire and used by Vera Neale.knitting handicrafts, neale, mrs vera, knitting, handicrafts

See Marriage Cert in Marriages File 1840-1885 Also Details in Simpson File Belonged to Johanna Simpson married Thomas Draffin on 17th Feb 1880 Presbyterian Church Stawell Silk Taffeta lined wedding dress. Ruffled collar. 18-inch waste. Full length sleeve. Ruched band on upper sleeve. Lower sleeve band attached with matching silk piping which extends into the band as decoration. Garment shaped with two long darts on either side of opening. Opening from neck to below hip uses metal hook and hand sewn eye closing. Lower dress in three sections. Top section is plain matching material attached to the upper garment with piping. Second panel is Ruched material the same material as upper garment. Third lower panel is same material as upper garment consisting of three bands of finely pleated material. Back has pocket on right hip with two pointed flaps and central pleated panel. Back has a Central Bustle extending from back hip to hem. Light Brown with pleated frills at bottom Miss Annie Draffin Mothers Wedding Frock 1880

This football jersey was worm by R. A. Slocombe while a member of the 1st XVIII in 1935. Mr Slocombe was in year 11 at the time. The item was badly damaged while in storage during World War 2. It is the only example of 1930's sport attire held by the schoolThe jersey has social significance because it exemplifies uniform requirements and manufacture during the 1930's. A black sleeveless, knitted, woollen football jersey with red collar. It has an 11cm wide red band on waist and a thin gold line 4cm above the hemline. There is a cotton bound neck opening with 3 buttonholes on left side of garment (buttons missing). The College insignia has been roughly appliqued at left breast. football, football jersey, sport uniform, 1936, r a slocombe

In the words of the donor, Betty Stone, "This gown was originally made by my great grandmother Sarah Ellis (nee Chamberlain) Lees of Wangoom, Warrnambool. Later, the gown was altered by her daughter Ann (nee Lees) Dale who also used it for the christenings of her five children in the 1890's, and later still, for some of her grandchildren. Sarah Ellis Chamberlain, born in Thriplow, Cambridgeshire, England on 31 July 1844, sixth child of Joshua and Susan Chamberlain, was ten years old when she arrived in Australia with her parents and siblings in January 1855. Ten years later, in 1864, Sarah Chamberlain married Lees Lees, a skilled stonemason who had migrated from Saddleworth, Yorkshire. Lees Lees purchased land in McGregors Road, Wangoom, Warrnambool where he operated a successful stonemasonry, contracting business until his death in 1912. The Lees farm, which eventually consisted of about fifty acres, was situated adjacent to both the Chamberlain and Dale farms. Sarah Lees was a meticulous homemaker who also fashioned and sewed clothes for her seven children. A photograph of the eldest child, Anne, taken in 1868, depicts her wearing a dress and pantaloons sewn by her mother. Sarah also crocheted lace curtains for her home in addition to large tablecloths and other articles. According to family legend, the skirt of this christening gown was part of the original gown hand-sewn by Sarah (nee Chamberlain) Lees which was used for the christening of her children. The gown was later passed on to her daughter Anne (nee Lees) Dale who, also an expert needlewoman, replaced the bodice and used it for the christening of her five children born between the years 1890 and 1899. Still, later, at least two children of the third generation (Sarah Lees' great-grandchildren) also wore this gown when christened at Christ Church Warrnambool. Sarah (nee Chamberlain) Lees died in 1932, aged 87 years, at her daughter Anne Dale's home in Latrigg. Anne (nee Lees) Dale died in 1948 aged 83 years, at her home in Latrigg." (Note: For additional information please refer to Betty Stone’s book “Pioneers and Places - A History of three Warrnambool Pioneering Families” ie. Chamberlain, Dale and Lees Families)This item is associated with the families of Chamberlain, Dale and Lees. These families are listed in the "Pioneers' Register" for Warrnambool Township and Shire, 1835-1900, published by A.I.G.S. Warrnambool Branch. The item is a fine example of late-19th-century needlework and handmade domestic items.Christening gown made by Sarah Ellis. White with unusual Broderie Anglaise yoke. The long-sleeved garment has a gathered waist and a long skirt. The front centre of the skirt has a floral Broderie Anglaise and cut work panel insert.Circa 1860's. From the 'Chamberlain Dale Lees Collection’, donated by Betty Stoneflagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked coast, flagstaff hill maritime museum, maritime museum, shipwreck coast, flagstaff hill maritime village, great ocean road, chamberlain, dale, lees, stone, betty stone, warrnambool pioneers, sarah ellis, hand sewn, christening gown, baby wear, clothing, 19th century

A 10 piece set of calico pattern pieces for a dolman sleeved cocktail dress, unpicked after being sewn together and fitted. Notes along the hemline guide the maker in alterations that can be made, turning the cocktail dress into a full-length evening gown. With this toile, only one side of the garment has been made.ink, cotton

The bridal coat was part of a wedding ensemble worn by Peg Young in 1939. The final two images in the carousel include a wedding photograph of Peg and her husband. A letter accompanying the donation on file describes the outfit as: "Rosemary [Peg] looked very nice indeed in a simple white satin dress that made her look very tall and slim. It had trimming round the neck, down the front and on the shoulders that looked like quilting, with a little gold in it, and she wore gold slippers and a lovely lace veil, lent by Auntie Nellie. She carried a large sheaf of bright red roses." Mrs Peg Young, a Kew resident was at one stage President of the Children's Book Council of Australia. She was also a member of the Kew Historical Society. The coat was donated by her daughter, Mrs Helen Tutt.Floor-length satin bridal coat with a buttoned full length opening at the front extending the length of the garment. The front of the coat is hand-quilted in an abstract design of arabesques. The buttons are covered with the same satin fabric as the coat. Accompanying the dress there is a photo of the couple on the steps of the unnamed church in London and a letter describing the event, including the coat.Transcript of accompanying letter: Red Cottage Mallory Road Hove 4 Sussex England July 21.39 Dear Faith I have been up to London today to Rosemary's (Peggy) wedding. Though you might like to hear about it. To my mind the one sad part was that your Uncle Bertie and your adopted sister could not be there. Daisy (Margaret) has been simply splendid in all she has done. Rosemary looks very nice indeed in a simple white satin dress that made her look very tall & slim. It had trimming round the neck down the front & on the shoulders that looked like quilting, with a little gold in it, & she wore gold slippers & a lovely lace veil lent by Auntie Nellie. She carried a large sheaf of bright red roses. Her two bridesmaids were Mary & Brenda. They wore the same bridesmaids dresses as they wore at their sister Peggy's wedding a few weeks ago. They were very pale blue satin, simply made, with long skirts & they had lovely little flat bouquets made of the heads of all sorts of flowers out in the gold holder which I am sending you & tied round the handle with gold ribbon. They had wreaths of the same flowers in their hair. Nevil gave Rosemary away."costumes, wedding dresses, wedding coats, peg young, helen tutt, fashion design, fashion -- united kingdom, fashion -- 1930s

These garments were made by Evelyn Carfrae's grandmother for her trousseau around 1890. Evelyn Carfrae was a long time volunteer in O.Gilpins Store at Coal Creek.9056.1 Ladies long white nightdress with lace trimmed collar 9056.2 Ladies white mid calf length crotch less undergarment 9056.3 Ladies white calf length undergarment with drop down panel in front

This book was produced by the Alexandria Spinning Mills, Sydney and contains patterns of knitted garments for women. It was owned by Billie Rech, the aunt of the donor, who was a great knitter.Sun-glo / Knitting / Book / DESIGN No. / 3218 / PAGE 2 / Series 83 / 7d.handicrafts - history knitting, alexandria spinning mills pty ltd f.w. hughes pty ltd, handicrafts - history, knitting

Knitting and crochet pattern book produced by the publishers of the women's magazine "Woman's Day" in 1969. Contains patterns for mens and womens garments, and some craft items.Knitting and crochet book, 84pp. Cover is light blue and is printed with a black and white photo of a family (father, mother, son, daughter) wearing knitted jumpers with patterned lower bands. Contains knitting and crochet patterns.Front: Woman's / Day / design / '69 / Knitting and Crochet / Pattern Bookhandicrafts history, knitting crochet, woman's day, handicrafts - history, knitting, crochet

Dyes such as these were used to change the colour of fabric garments or household linens. These dyes come as coloured 'pages' in booklet form. Instructions for use are included on the inside cover.Two booklets containing boiling colour leaves (dyes): black and scarletdyes

This book was owned by the late Dr Elizabeth Kerr and was donated to the Museum by the executor of her estate, Margaret Cameron. It was produced by Paragon and contains knitting patterns for womens garments.1'3 / Modella / KNITTING BOOK No. 502 / M / A PARAGON PUBLICATIONknitting handicrafts - history, paragon art needlecraft, knitting, handicrafts - history

This knitting pattern book was published by the Villawood Textile Company, Sydney and contains knitting patterns for mens knitted garments. The photographs were taken on board the liner Orsova.BOOK 96 / MAN'S DESIGNS IN / 5 PLY EQUIVALENTS / BY / Villawool / 2'9knitting handicrafts - history, villawood textile company, knitting, handicrafts - history

This knitting pattern book was published by the Villawood Textile Company, Sydney and contains knitting patterns for mens knitted garments. The photographs were taken on board the liner Orsova.BOOK 97 / MAN'S DESIGNS IN / 8 PLY EQUIVALENTS / BY / Villawool / 2'9knitting handicrafts - history, villawood textile company, knitting, handicrafts - history

This knitting pattern book was published by the Villawood Textile Company, Sydney and contains knitting patterns for mens knitted garments. The photographs were taken on board the liner Orsova.BOOK 98 / MAN'S DESIGNS IN / 12 PLY EQUIVALENTS / BY / Villawool / 2'9knitting handicrafts - history, villawood textile company, knitting, handicrafts - history

Cream coloured hand crocheted woollen baby jacket. All over fan pattern. Front opening with cream coloured satin ribbon at neck. Long sleeves with satin ribbon ties at cuff. Crocheted shell pattern edging.This collection of knitted and sewn garments were made in the early 1940s and were intended for a baby that was stillborn.costume, children's, baby jacket

Cream coloured hand knitted woollen baby jacket. Front opening with two buttons. Foldover collar and fold back cuffs. Yolk and sleeves with open pattern. Front and back feather and fan pattern with garter stitch edging.This collection of knitted and sewn garments were made in the early 1940s and were intended for a baby that was stillborn.costume, children's, baby jacket

Group of four Black and white proof photographs numbered F131 -134, 135. and 136,. f131 shows a group of seventeen men outside the factory entrance, 136 a group of seven men inspecting a large document, 134 Four men inspecting a Hanro Garment, 135 Man with a cup in his hand standing by a Ladies suitorganization, business, hanro, hanro

Clothing. Child's cream coloured sleeveless linen petticoat. Round neckline with casing. Arm holes edged with embroidered stitches. Hem trimmed with two rows of 2.5 cm lace with scalloped edge. Centre back opening (20 cm) fastened at neck with cotton tape tie through casing. Garment matches 11408.56 (Underpants).costume, children's, child's cream sleeveless petticoat

Clothing. Child's cream coloured sleeveless linen petticoat. Round neckline with casing. Arm holes edged with embroidered stitches. Lace trim above hem with 2.5 cm eyelet lace around hem. Centre back opening (19cm) fastened at neck with cotton tape tie through casing. Garment matches 11408.57, (Underpants).costume, children's, child's cream sleeveless petticoat

Photocopy of an article from the Victorian Centenary Book about Hanro (Australia) Knitting Mills Pty. Ltd. Mentions the setting up of the factory in Bendigo, its Directors, the manufacturing of garments, the layout of the factory, working conditions, products and the materials used. Also two photos in the article of staff and one of Mr H. F.Longstaff and Mr C. Handschin.person, bendigo, hanro, hanro (australia) knitting mills pty ltd bendigo, mr h f longstaff, mr c handschin, g v lansell, r a rankin, the hon h keck, w b h neill, messrs handschin & ronus ltd

New pale blue cotton T-shirts in orignal packaging. Screen printing in royal blue with Methodist Order Knights symbol and text. Slip of paper in bag regarding care instructions and packaging details. Packagaing: Sizes available on reverse. Slip of paper: "Packaging of this garment has been assisted by the SHELTERED WORKSHOP Adult Retarded Bendigo""I JOINED THE ORDER OF KNIGHTS FOR A LIFETIME OF ADVENTURE"

1980's Cream blouse. Zebra and giraffe printed in black on cotton. Black trim down each side and across middle. Prints of Zebras and giraffe on front of blouse and back. Two black buttons close back of neck opening, which is round. Extended shoulder lines. Slit up on each side of garment a base.MAYEELOKcostume, female

The Fashion & Design collection of Kew Historical Society includes examples of women’s, men’s, children’s and infants' clothing from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. While the collection includes some examples of international fashion, most items were handmade or purchased in Melbourne. Camisole comprised of three types of machine lace and an embroidered cotton joined together to form a fabric and backed with fine netting. There is a band of narrow lace at the square neckline, this is attached to a band of insertion lace with ribbon holes and then wide bands of insertion lace. At the upper midriff level there is a band of lace interspersed with embroidered butterflies. Garment is buttoned at the front.lace, women's clothing, lingerie, underwear, undergarments, chemisettes

Joseph William Cairnduff (1876-1929) was born in Hobart, Tasmania. He married Ann Walker in 1900. When he enlisted on 19 August 1914 he was given SERN 4. At the time he was living at 'Tyne', 96 Guildford Road, Surrey Hills. He was 5'5", 38 years old and employed as a civil servant. He had served for 5 years in the Senior Cadets and 3 years in the Australian Signallers. He was given the rank of sergeant in the Divisional Signal Company 1 and embarked for Egypt from Melbourne on board HMAT A10 Karroo on 20 October 1914. Joseph was in Egypt from 24/10/1915 to 17/6/1916, but only in Giza from 21/02/1916 to 6/03/1916. Surviving service on Gallipoli and the Western Front, he returned to Melbourne leaving on board HT 'Wiltshire', 12 November 1916. He was discharged medically unfit. Joseph and Ann had a large family before he left for WW1: Ann Mary b.1901; James William Cotter b. 1903; Mathew Norman Banks b. 1904; Doris Jean b.1906; Claude James b, 1908; Elsie Edna b. 1910; Clive Bruce b. 1912 and Gladys Janet b. 1914. After his return he and Ann had more 2 daughters - Sylvia McLaren b. 1917 and Mavis Morley b. 1918, who commenced at Chatham Primary School in 1927 and 1928 respectively. Joseph and Ann are buried in Box Hill Cemetery (M-NS-0492). Joseph's twin brother, James Banks Cairnduff (SERN 571) also served in the AIF and is also buried in Box Hill Cemetery (M-NS-0003). A black and white photo of a group of 7 Australian soldiers and 2 Egyptians gathered around a pole. The context is not able to be discerned. One of the soldiers is marked with an 'X' and is smoking a pipe. He has a cap-like object on his head. The other soldiers are wearing slouch hats. The Egyptians are dressed in long white garments and are wearing turbans.On the rear in the hand of the donor: "Dad had written on the original (photo) / "The 1st and only Telegraph ffice / erected on the top of the Pyramids, / it was erected by me during our / sojourn in Egypt"joseph william cairnduff, first world war, egypt, signals company, telegraph office, pyramids