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 English Vogue and contains knitting patterns for mens, womens and childrens garments.VOGUE / Easy / Knits / No 2 / Quick / knitting / for the / family / 2'6knitting fashion, vogue - english, knitting, fashion

Front and back covers of "Smocking Simplified". An example of 1940s advertising through sewing and homemaker books. In this book, instructions are given for smocking of garments. Smocking is an embroidery technique used to gather fabric. An example of mid 20th century advertising through 'how-to' books.Digital copy of front and back covers of a bookhistoric advertisements, smocking, embroidery, hand sewing, paragon art needlecraft

The top was inserted into a glass bottle filled with water which was used to dampen starched clothes and linen before the garments were ironed. The introduction of steamirons into households meant that 'dampening bottle' became superfluous.A bottle top with a plastic hollow green rubber stopper and a rounded metal top which has small holes on the surface.laundering, ironing, starching, domestic items, george evans collection

The stocking were worn with corsets or a suspender belt and were fastened to the foundation garments with suspenders. 60 denier stocking were not the finest knit stocking. The stockings are seamed and have a heel and toe shaping.A coffee coloured pair of 60 denier nylon stockings Size 10. The 'Myer' price tag is on the inside of the leg and shows the department (26), the size (10) and the price (9/9). There is a band of red around the top of the ribbing.GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY / 60 DENIER / SELECTED MEDIUMS / NO 2 NYLON 10myer, hosiery, nylon stockings, clothing and dress, footwear accessories, george evans collection

The knitter was Vera Neale,1901 - 1990. Married with three children, Vera knitted with one and two ply wool using piano wire or bicycle spokes as needles, entering the garments in agricultural shows.Child's cardigan knitted by Vera Neale in the 1950s.knitting handicrafts, neale, mrs vera, knitting, handicrafts

The knitter was Vera Neale, 1901 - 1990. Married with three children, Vera knitted with one and two ply wool using piano wire or bicycle spokes as needles, entering the garments in agricultural shows.Knitted by Vera Neale in the 1950s.knitting handicrafts, neale, mrs vera, knitting, handicrafts

The knitter was Vera Neale,1901 - 1990. Married with three children, Vera knitted with one and two ply wool using piano wire or bicycle spokes as needles, entering the garments in agricultural shows.Knitted by Vera Neale in the 1950s.knitting handicrafts, neale, mrs vera, knitting, handicrafts

The knitter was Vera Neale,1901 - 1990. Married with three children, Vera knitted with one and two ply wool using piano wire or bicycle spokes as needles, entering the garments in agricultural shows.Child's jumper with cowl neck knitted by Vera Neale in the 1950s.knitting handicrafts, neale, mrs vera, knitting, handicrafts

The knitter was Vera Neale,1901 - 1990. Married with three children, Vera knitted with one and two ply wool using piano wire or bicycle spokes as needles, entering the garments in agricultural shows.Ladies' jumper knitted by Vera Neale in the 1950s.knitting handicrafts, neale, mrs vera, knitting, handicrafts

The knitter was Vera Neale,1901 - 1990. Married with three children, Vera knitted with one and two ply wool using piano wire or bicycle spokes as needles, entering the garments in agricultural shows.Cream knitted cot cover made by Vera Neale in the 1950s.knitting handicrafts, neale, mrs vera, knitting, handicrafts

Front cover of "Semco smocking instruction book". An example of 1950s advertising through sewing and homemaker books. In this book, instructions are given for smocking of garments. Smocking is an embroidery technique used to gather fabric. An example of mid 20th century advertising through 'how-to' books.Digital copy of front cover of a bookhistoric advertisements, smocking, embroidery, hand sewing, semco

This lady’s white, cotton camisole is an example of the dressmaking and craftwork skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th Century. The garment is hand sewn.and ribbons were inserted at yoke and waist Early settlers and market gardeners established their families in Moorabbin Shire and this item shows the skill and craftsmanship of the women of these families Lady's hand sewn white lacework camisole with shoulder straps and ribbon inserts at yoke and waist clothing, crochet, brighton, moorabbin, pioneers, dressmaking, market gardeners, early settlers, craftwork, lacework, moorabbin shire, bentleigh, mckinnon, hunt ailsa, dairy farms, fruit orchards

The damping bottle was filled with water and used to moisten starched clothes and linen before garments were ironed. The introduction of steam irons into households in the early 1960's resulted in damping bottles becoming superfluous.A glass 'Schweppes' bottle has yellow and black graphics on it. It has been recycled and used as a damping bottle. The metal stopper has been inserted into a cork. There are spray holes on the top of the stopper. The word 'Schweppes' has been embossed around the base of the bottom.13 FL. OZ / SCHWEPPESlaundering, ironing, starching, schweppes, domestic items, george evans collection

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 Patons and Baldwins and contains knitting patterns for womens garments made from angora wool.No. / 407 / Patons / KNITTING BOOK / No. 407 / P&B / WOOLS / 1'3d.knitting handicrafts - history, patons and baldwins (australia) ltd, knitting, handicrafts - history

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 as a supplement with the English womens magazine, "Woman's Own", and contains knitting patterns for womens garments.woman's own / Knitted Fashions / A supplement presented with Woman's Ownknitting handicrafts - history, woman's own, knitting, handicrafts - history

The creator was Vera Neale,1901 - 1990. Married with three children, Vera knitted with one and two ply wool, often using piano wire or bicycle spokes as needles, entering the garments in agricultural shows.Quilt crocheted by Vera Neale in the 1950s.crochet handicrafts, neale, mrs vera, crochet, handicrafts

The knitter was Vera Neale,1901 - 1990. Married with three children, Vera knitted with one and two ply wool, often using piano wire or bicycle spokes as needles, entering the garments in agricultural shows.Child's cardigan knitted by Vera Neale in the 1950s.knitting handicrafts, neale, mrs vera, knitting, handicrafts

The knitter was Vera Neale, 1901 - 1990. Married with three children, Vera knitted with one and two ply wool, often using piano wire or bicycle spokes as needles, entering the garments in agricultural shows.Gloves knitted by Vera Neale in the 1950s.knitting handicrafts, neale, mrs vera, knitting, handicrafts

The knitter was Vera Neale,1901 - 1990. Married with three children, Vera knitted with one and two ply wool, often using piano wire or bicycle spokes as needles, entering the garments in agricultural shows.Child's cardigan with cables knitted by Vera Neale in the 1950s.knitting handicrafts, neale, mrs vera, knitting, handicrafts

Sample pages from "Semco smocking instruction book". An example of 1950s advertising through sewing and homemaker books. In this book, instructions are given for smocking of garments. Smocking is an embroidery technique used to gather fabric. An example of mid 20th century advertising through 'how-to' books.Digital copy of ample pages from a bookhistoric advertisements, smocking, embroidery, hand sewing, semco

Worn and owned by Mrs Marjorie McKeown (nee Ford) who lived in the Orbost district A ladies corset made from light pink fabric. The corset can be opened out around the body and then closed with a series of metal hooks and eyes which run vertically down the body. It has two large elastic panels positioned on either side of the garment, and a small "v" shape of elastic in the lower front edge. Six suspenders are attached to the bottom edge.Size 4 H Berleiwomens-undergarment ladies-wear fashion

Made and presumably worn by Mrs McKeown (nee Ford).A long plain cream or white silk sleeveless nightgown with a fine lace border around the neck line and around the bottom hem of the garment. The neckline is a "V" shape in front. Two white crocheted rosette decorations have been appliqued onto the top front. It has two cotton inserts under the arms. Two fine darts run downwards at the front. costume-female undergarment

Hugo Wertheim (1854–1919) arrived in Melbourne in 1875. He became a successful agent for sewing machines manufactured by his father’s cousin Joseph Wertheim in Frankfurt, Germany. Hugo married Joseph’s daughter Sophie Emilie and they settled in Melbourne. Hugo made many trips back to the main factory in Germany and, with extensive advertising, established a thriving business for sewing machines, bicycles, pianos under various ‘brand names’ - Wertheim, Electra, Planet, Griffin, Hapsburg. It has been said that Dame Nellie Melba preferred a Wertheim piano for her performances. In 1908 Hugo opened a large piano factory in Bendigo St Richmond, Victoria. His son Herbert maintained the business until the factory closed in 1935.The pioneer settlers and market gardeners of Moorabbin Shire had to be self reliant and made their own clothing and utensils. This sewing machine was one of many items they used to exhibit the skill and craftsmanship of the women in these families. A sewing machine was a necessary part of each home.A Wertheim hand–crank sewing machine c1880. The hand machine was operated by turning the handle. The hand machine could also be fitted to a stand with table and draws, the machine could then be used by hand or foot. This type of sewing machine was widely used in many homes, in an era when hand-made clothes were the “norm”, and clothes were mended, or ‘re-made’ into another garment 'WERTHEIM' across body of machinemelbourne, clothing, brighton, moorabbin, germany, piano, pioneers, richmond, bentleigh, dressmaking, market gardeners, early settlers, craftwork, sewing machines, wertheim hugo, wertheim joseph

Clothing. Camisole. Silk lace. Straight straps made from 8 cm wide lace strips attached to bodice. Made of one rectangular piece of fabric, with one seam on right side. Strip of eyelet lace Eyelets top and bottom edges of garment. No ribbon threaded through eyelets. Lace border on lower edge has small pointed peaks.costume, female, underwear

Cream coloured flannelette baby nightie with long sleeves. Gathered at waist. Long ties attached at waist with an insert band with pink and blue embroidered word ''Baby''. Back opening at neck with cotton tape ties.Edges of sleeves and neckline have crocheted edges in silk thread.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, cotton flannelette baby nightie

Cream coloured flannelette baby nightie with long sleeves. Gathered at waist. Long ties attached at waist with an insert band with pink and blue embroidered flowers. Back opening with cotton ribbon ties. Edges of sleeves and neckline have crocheted edges in silk thread.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, cotton flannelette baby nightie

Cream coloured flannelette baby nightie with long sleeves. Gathered at waist. Long ties attached at waist with an insert band with pink and blue embroidered flowers. Back opening at neck with cotton ribbon ties. Edges at sleeves and neckline have crocheted edges in silk thread.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, cotton flannelette baby nightie

Five Hanro catalogues, produced in Switzerland, printed in colour, depicting a range of Hanro garments. (a) A timeline of the Hanro Company from 1884 - 1959, printed in French ? , (b) Woollands Catalogue of Hanro Knit womens suits. (c) Catalogue of the Hanro Knit autumn collection. , (d) ' Miller Anderson presents Hanro of Switzerland ' catalogue, (e) Autumn collection -- same as © aboveHanro Companyorganization, business, hanro, hanro knitwear, clothing manufacture

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. Chemisette with a square neckline and three buttons down the front. It has an attached peplum. The sleeves and neckline are edged with lace. A row of ribbon insertion lace tape is attached to fabric of neckline. 30 mm in from the front of the neckline is a row of drawn thread work. Bodice is also decorated with 4 rows of triple pin tucking. The garment is short sleeved. The buttonholes are concealedlace, women's clothing, underwear, camisoles, chemisettes, undergarments