This is a photograph of Elizabeth Lawless on her 102nd birthday. The Lawless family lived in Orbost from 1907 - c 1920. John Francis Lawless had a saddlery shop. He died at an early age - 47 years - June 7 1912, leaving his wife, Elizabeth and seven children. The eldest son, Victor Rowland lawless volunteered for service in WW1 but did not leave Australia because of illness. The second son, Edward Vincent Lawless (b 1895 d 1917) worked for McCoy & Co. in Orbost, coachbuilding, undertakers, general blacksmiths and farriers, prior to enlisting in WW!. He was trained as a signaller and was sent to France where he was killed in action on 9.10.1917. Elizabeth Lawless worked as a ladies' nurse (midwife) in Orbost prior to leaving the district in 1920. She lived to 6.6.1975 aged 104 years.The Lawless family was a prominent family in Orbost in the early 20th century.A large black / white photograph of an elderly lady seated and holding a cup of, with biscuit. She has a shawl draped over her shoulders.

Margaret Skey migrated to Australia with family 4/8/1957. She was wearing this coat on a hot summer's day, arriving in Melbourne 6/9/1958 on a cold wet Sunday. This coat was purchased at the local shop - Prattes of Streatham London.Red Mohair overcoat. Shawl collar fastening to a tab in front & closing with three large buttons down front. Wide raglan sleeves with turnback cuffs.LESTERS COUTURIERS STREATHAM LONDON SW 16costume, female

Used to cover piano legs.Large black silk piano shawl. Gold leaves and flowers embroidered. 50 cm macrame fringe on four sides. Used to cover piano legs.manchester, furnishings

An unnamed man, wearing a crochet shawl and knitted cap, sits in a chair with his head low to the pillow in front of him.2 b/w photographs of unknown manassociation for the blind, elanora home (brighton)

Unused invoice / receipt from the Alva Woollen Manufacturing Company of Footscray, from the 1930s.Document (unused invoice/receipt) from the Alva Woollen Manufacturing Company, Footscray, 1930s.2 BARKLY PLACE, FOOTSCRAY / Footscray, W.11 _____193 / M ________ / ALVA WOOLLEN MANUFACTURING CO. / Makers of Fancy Woollens, Shawls, Scarves and Blanketswoollen mills, alva woollen manufacturing company

Christening ensemble first worn in 1858 by William Thomas (Tom) Poulter, eldest living child of James & Mary Poulter. Ensemble comprises a short underskirt, long underskirt, robe, 'shawl' & silk bonnet. The robe is reliably dated to 1858, however, the underskirts, shawl & bonnet may have been added to the ensemble at a later date. Used by many generations of family & extended family.White cotton underskirt to christening robe. Pin tuck detail to skirt. Tear at left shoulder.poulter, chapman, christening

Veil worn by Margary (Madge) Isabelle Brydon. Was later worn by many (about 15) local ladies who lived in the area of Rushworth. Madge's daughters, Molly and Isobel both wore the veil at their weddings in 1938 and 1945. Donor is granddaughter of bride. Veil made by bride and described in the Waranga Basin newspaper at the time. Margary (Madge) Brydon married Edward (Ward) Sprunt at the bride's family home in Carag Carag, Victoria on 10th April 1912. Veil also worn by Mary (Molly) Leith at her wedding to William (Bill) Paynter on 18 January 1932 at Stanhope Presbyterian ChurchCream 1912 cotton net Princess veil. Lace is handmade tape and cotton embroidery. See Also NA3494 -wedding dress, NA3496 - shawl and photograph NA3498costume, female ceremonial

Black and white photo (original and copy)of lady wearing shawl (NA2623). It is thought that the lady's name is Mrs.S. Smith (nee Miss.S.Scott) See framed photo NA2194scott.miss.s, smith.mrs.s

BHS CollectionBlack woollen shawl, with an 8 cm fringe along two sides. Crochet has a fan-like pattern worked in treble crotchet and chain stitch. This gives an open effect.costume, female, black crocheted shawl

Indian shawl owned by Edith Brydon who made the wedding dress NA3494 for her niece, Mary (Molly) Sprunt for her wedding on 12 March 1938Cream cotton net, stamped with gold metallic thread into a Vandyke pattern.|See also NA3495 - Wedding veil & NA3494 - Wedding dresscostume, female

Small half length portrait of a girl wearing a high neck dress with buttons to the waist and a frill collar. She has a shawl with fringes over her shoulders and is also wearing a hat.?, 7 Collins Street East, Melbournephotograph, portrait, girl, portrait of a girl

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 baby clothes.Patons / No. 499 / KNITTING BOOK / No. / 499 / Babies' Wear / In PATONS SWIFTAKNIT and / PATONS PATONYLE, 3-Ply (Lilac Label) / With a Shawl in PATONS NIMBLA / P&B / WOOLS / 1'6knitting handicrafts - history, patons and baldwins (australia) ltd, knitting, handicrafts - history

The embroidered scarf was donated to the Kew Historical Society by Janet Gibson.The shawl is an outstanding example of North Indian weaving and needlework. North Indian scarf [or girdle], probably made in Delhi, hand-loomed of fine wool and heavily embroidered by needle at the ends and sides with multicoloured silk thread surrounding the central rectangular black field. The highly detailed embroidery includes stylised images of foliage and flowers. There is old damage to parts of the textile. women's clothing, shawls, indian embroidery, scarfs

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 for Cleckheaton wool and contains knitting patterns for a jumper and a jacket.Knitting pattern book, 4pp. Cover printed in colour with an oval photo of a man and a woman wearing a chunky, textured knitted jumper in beige (her) and a shawl necked brown jacket with a belt tie (him).No. 106 / Cleckheaton / COUNTRY SPUNknitting handicrafts - history, cleckheaton, knitting, handicrafts - history

Ornate frame of light green with gilt. Included in the frame is a black and white photo of lady wearing shawl (NA2623) on display in this cabinet in museum. It is thought that the lady's name is Mrs.S. Smith (nee Miss .S. Scott). See NP855photography, photographs / slides / film, domestic items, ornaments / decorative

Also enlargement 15x25cmBlack and white photograph of the Warm Holes, from the sand hummocks looking west. The Warm Holes are the remnant of Reeves River, the original waterway from the Gippsland lakes to the natural entrance. Lady with shawl in foreground. Lakes Entrance Victoria waterways, topography

This book and a number of others like it were owned by the mother and aunts of the donor, Mrs Dorothy Boyle. They were prolific producers of hand knitted and hand made items of clothing and also knitted and sewed for the armed forces during the Second World War. This book was produced by the magazine "Womans World" and contains patterns for baby clothes.BABY'S wardrobe / EVERYTHING THE NEW BABY NEEDS / 6D. / LAYETTE / Approved by / Infant Welfare Dept. / (see page 4) / 33 / KNITTEDS / LAYETTES / SHAWLS / PRAM COVERS / FROCKS, Etc. / PUBLISHED / BY / WOMAN'S WORLDknitting handicrafts - history, victoria; department of public health (infant welfare department) woman's world, knitting, handicrafts - history

A coffee-coloured lace bertha collar which is wide, round, flat collar designed to accent a woman's shoulders. It has a long history stretching back to Victorian fashion. It can be worn as an accessory to a dress or a top, and it is sometimes removable like a shawl.lace accessories collar bertha

Very fine black cotton shawl with 5 inch brown, black and grey striped border. One corner is embroidered with brown and white flowers. It is thought that the lady's name is Mrs.S. Smith (nee Miss.S.Scott) See photo NP855 and photo framed NA2194costume accessories, female

One of two underskirts accompanying a christening ensemble. First worn by William Thomas (Tom) Poulter in 1858, eldest surviving child of Mary and James Poulter. Used by generations of Poulter & Chapmans. The robe is reliably dated to 1858 but the two underskirts, shawl & bonnet may have been added to the ensemble at a later date.Early christening underskirt related to early Kilmore families.White cotton christening underskirt with pintuck & broderie anglaise detail to skirt. Excellent condition.poulter, chapman, christening

An item forming part of a collection of costumes, photographs and documents relating to the Weir family who lived in the mansion originally named Illapa, 84 Princess Street, Kew, from c.1917 to 1950. This historically significant collection includes items relating to both George Weir (1866-1937) and his wife Edith Mary Weir (1867-1948). Bound copy of Weldon's Practical Needlework, retailed by W.C. Wright and Co., Booksellers & c., Broken Hill, New South Wales. The book includes advice for women on Knitting, Crochet, Drawn Thread Work, Netting, Knitted Edgings or Shawls, Mountmellick Embroidery with full working descriptions.Inscribed top right of title page: "E.M. Betteridge, Broken Hill, July 2nd 1891 / E. Weir".edith mary weir (nee betteridge), 84 princess street -- kew (vic), needlework patterns

This garment would have been worn at an evening function by a lady of some considerable means. It dates from the late 19th century.This item has no known provenance and is retained for display purposes.This is a woman's black, knee length, satin theatre coat. It is ornamented with geometric and curved cornelli work. The shawl collar has a pointed back. It is fastened in the front with a large, satin covered black button. It is lined with black satin. It has full length sleeves, turned up at the ends and lined with satin.vintage clothing, woman's evening apparel

This is part of a parade held on the main street of Halls Gap in conjunction with the 150th anniversary of Major Mitchell's visit to the area. Thephoto is a close up of a young girl. She is wearing a broad brimmed straw hat and a flowery print dress with lace around the sleeves and a shawl lice cowl edged with lace. She is handing (or receiving) a flower to a woman, whose arm is the only part visible in the photo. The woman is wearing a bracelet with a heart shaped charm.events, parades

The Percy Uebergang family lived at Tooram Park, Allansford from 1912 until 1992. Percy and Myrtle Uebergang's children were twins, Ray and Joyce born in 1926 who lived at Tooram Park until their deaths, Ray in 1986 and Joyce in 1992. Neither Ray nor Joyce married and following the death of her brother Joyce set up the Ray and Joyce Uebergang Foundation which supports the local community. This photograph is part of the collection of items given into the care of the Cheese World Museum. Edward Herbert Uebergang and Alma Gertrude Schurmann were married on 1 March 1912. . Edward, born in 1883 at Cudgee, was the son of Friedrich Johann Uebergang and Pauline Johanna Hillbrick. Alma Gertrude was born in 1882 at Natimuk.They lived in Horsham where Edward, known as Bert, developed a chaff-cutting business servicing the Wimmera and Riverina areas. Their story is recorded in the Uebergang family history pp.200-208. Source: The Uebergang Families in Australia 1848-1985 Edward was a cousin of Percy Uebergang.Sepia photograph of the Uebergang-Schurmann wedding. The bride is standing. She is wearing a lace shawl overlay gown with elbow length lace sleeves and long white gloves. A three tiered floor length veil falls from a circlet of flowers. The groom is seated and is wearing a three piece suit, a high collared shirt and boots.allansford, cudgee, natimuk, horsham, uebergang, edward, schurmann, alma, marriages

Dress worn by Mary (Molly) Sprunt on marriage to John (Jack) Leith on 12 March 1938 at St Andrews Presbyterian Church, Rushworth. Veil was handmade by mother Madge Brydon in 1912 for her wedding. Dress and veil donated by Molly's daughter. Dress also worn by sister - Lyndsay (Lyn) Sprunt for her marriage to George Hendrie on 10 November 1945 at St John's Church Elsternwick. Gown made by Molly and Lyn's aunt Edith Brydon. Veil (NA3495) worn was made by mother Madge Brydon. Donated by Molly's daughter.Cream damask 1938 satin dress. Long sleeves, cross over neckline to a diamond front panel. Skirt cut on the cross, with front pleat. Back skirt has long train. Self-covered buttons at centre back.|See also NA3495 - Veil. Also worn for 1945 wedding with veil. NA3496 - Shawl.costume, female ceremonial

George Harold Merrett married Dorothy Lorna James at Christ Church Horsham 14/08/1954. Wedding Gown & all accessories were donated by family, plus wedding photo.Mauve Damask satin full length gown. Shaped bodice with pin tuck detail over bust line, pin tuck shawl collar across back. Zip closing down back, full flared skirt. Bodice lined with rayon.|Refer to 3985.1-5, 3949.1-2, 4138, 3999.1-2, 4000.1-2costume, female ceremonial