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. Apricot-coloured cotton apron, hand embroidered with a design of a woman in a garden. The apron has two symmetrically placed embroidered pockets. The apron may be a Semco pattern.clothing - women's, aprons, fashion design, fashion -- 1950s

The personal 'carry-all', a cloth apron like article was utilised by Thomas Hamilton Osborne in his work with the Warrnambool Steamship Navigation Company. He was Company manager in 1883 until its dissolution in 1899. Osborne wrote many articles on early Warrnambool, particularly maritime material under the name of " Sliding Gunter". When he died he was buried at sea off the breakwater.His sister Mrs Annabella Kell is thought to have made this article.This is a significant item as T.H.Osborne was a key figure in 19th Century Warrnambool history, particularly in maritime affairs. Six sided, scalloped edges, four pockets, two metal hooks, purple woven fabric with yellow and gold embroidery, lifebuoy outline with W.S.N.Co and THO initials embroidered and two flags. Machine sewing of pockets and tab to base apron.W.S.N.Co THO initials on top of each other Two metal hookswork apron, warrnambool steamship navigation company, wsnc, thomas hamilton tracey osborne, annabella kell, sliding gunter

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. Rectangular white cotton apron, hand embroidered with a design of a basket of flowers. The apron may be created from a Semco pattern.clothing - women's, aprons, protective wear, fashion design, fashion -- 1940s

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. White cotton apron decorated with machine embroidery and appliqué. The apron is a commercially created item produced in China for the European market. clothing - women's, aprons, fashion & design collection - kew historical society, protective wear, fashion design, fashion -- 1960s

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. Hand-embroidered apron. Possibly a Semco pattern. The apron is edged in yellow fabric and has multi-coloured sprays of embroidered flowers.clothing - women's, aprons, protective wear, fashion -- 1950s, fashion design

Part of a collection of unknown provenance donated by Frank ForsterSurgeon's operating apron [oiled silk]

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.Coffee-coloured decorative lace apron.clothing - women's, aprons, fashion design, fashion -- 1950s

1987 Cooking school's competition - Lady in red apron, 2 man in red apron cooking one in chef hat. Location Unknown.Kodakevent, entertainment, school's cooking competition

Use by the Mitcham branch of the Australian Red CrossAistralian Red CrossApron - Over shoulder front and back|White apron with red cross on back and front; and in centre with 'Australian Red Cross' written below in black At bottom is red oblong space with 'Emergency Service' written on.|Apron has white binding with white ties.as abovecostume, female uniform, civilian

Carmelita was born in 1906 to John CONGUES and his wife Frances LAMB, who lived at 36 Cruickshank Street. She married Albert MOWLAM. Photograph taken while on holiday in Anglesea in the 1950'sPhotocopy of Carmelita MOWLAM seated and wearing an apron.built environment - domestic, john congues, frances lamb, carmelita congues, albert mowlam

Sarah Jane Ellis was the longest serving matron at the Ballarat Female Refuge (1903-1921). The Female Refuge was situated in Scott's Parade, Ballarat East. Caselli and Figgis were the architects of the Home. Victorian Heritage Database - State SignificanceBlack and white photograph of a matron in apron and cap.ellis, sarah ellis, ballarat female refuge, ballarat, welfare, town and city mission, women

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.Black hostess apron embroidered with sprays of leaves using orange and yellow silk thread. The apron is bordered by commercial guipure lace. The apron is backed by the same black fabric. While the leaves are embroidered on the upper layer only, the pocket is embroidered on/through both layers.clothing - women's, aprons, protective wear, fashion design, fashion -- 1950s

Northern District School of Nursing nurse's base uniform 1950s - 70s.Blue cotton uniform worn beneath white apron. The uniform is open at the front with eight button holes in right placket for buttons and shanks to attach. There are corresponding buttonholes on left side for closing, a small pocket at top left and a pocket at RHS of skirt. There is a small buttonhole at back of neck to attach white collar and white cuffs are attached to sleeves with two white buttons. The front has gathering from below the shoulders and the back top has an inverted pleat at centre. There is a white belt with two white buttons at one end attached with shanks and three sets of two button holes at the other end for closing. There is a white cap with frill and a line of blue braid above the frill indicating a third year trainee. There is a white apron with four buttonholes at the waist for closing and for the two shoulder straps.A white tag with Joy Lewis' in red is attached to all items. N.T.S in black marking pen is printed on back hem of neck. There are many black marking pen numbers and letters on the cap: NTS, BAS, 574, BH5, 530, 574 The apron has the name Lewis and figures 638 in black marking pen on inside of waist.nurses uniform, northern district school of nursing

Blacksmith Shop High Street Melton Residence and Blacksmith Shop was continuously occupied from 1860 and demolished in 1966. Mr A.G. Macdonald operated the shop from 1923-1962 (39 years) An early photo exists of the Blacksmith Shop. It stood on what is now part of the landscaped area of the Melton Community Hall. The three blacksmiths wearing aprons are from the left, W. Whittington, G. Macdonald and A Falconer. MacDonald were employed by Whittington prior to each one in turn taking over the business, Falconer soon after selling the to MacDonald, died. He is buried in the Melton Cemetery. The old Smithy [on the right] stood in what is now 8 High Street Melton. The blacksmith and wheelwright was the forerunner of the modern motor mechanic, whose task it was and is, to keep the wheels of locomotion turning. According to the records there was a Blacksmith in Melton before 1850. In 1871, three blacksmiths, Messrs. A Blackwood, J MacPherson, and A Cameron were operating in Melton. In 1872 Mr. J.B. Whittington commenced as a blacksmith in Toolern Vale. On January 30th 1900, Mr Alexander Blackwood sold the property shown in the picture to J.B. Whittington where his son William Whittington conducted the business. William’s three children attended Melton State School No 340 The family left the district in 1921 when they moved to Essendon. Mr William Whittington died in 1963 at the age of 94. The next owner of the business, for a short period, was Mr. Ackland Falconer, who was succeeded by Mr A.G. Gordon MacDonald, in September 1923. Mr MacDonald raised a family of three. Thirty nine years later, in 1962, he retired, going to live with his son Robert in Sunshine, and the blacksmith shop finally closed its doors. This part of Melton’s history was demolished in by order of the Housing Commission, in 1966. Article research by Melton and District Historical Society Members. note: spelling should be Macdonald. History of the Melton Mechanics Institute. Mabel Rogers 1985 A.G. Macdonald Secretary 1927 – 1956 page 17. Committee member for 41 years. He also held the position of caretaker Blacksmith Shop, High Street Melton. The three blacksmiths wearing aprons are from the left, W. Whittington, G. Macdonald and A Falconer. local identities

Apparel and fashion in Poland has been influenced by the resources available, climate, and also by the other cultures. There are German, Czech, Russian, Lithuanian, Romanian, Austrian and other influences in the traditional dress of each region. Because of these diverse influences, each region of Poland has its own local traditional dress. There are roughly 60 unique costumes attributed to the different areas in Poland.one of a few items of this kind which has survived to present dayswhite top, apron, colorful skirt, vest, garlandtraditional dress, outfit, poland

Apparel and fashion in Poland has been influenced by the resources available, climate, and also by the other cultures. There are German, Czech, Russian, Lithuanian, Romanian, Austrian and other influences in the traditional dress of each region. Because of these diverse influences, each region of Poland has its own local traditional dress. There are roughly 60 unique costumes attributed to the different areas in Poland.one of a few items of this kind which has survived to present dayswhite top, apron, colorful skirt, vest, garlandoutfit, poland

The bedspread (NA2862) and apron were owned by Maria Austin (born 25 August 1867 Buried at Box Hill Cemetery 15 November 1955) and used when she worked as a 'Nanny' in England. Many of the children she cared for kept in touch with her after she came to Australia with her family in 1914. They arrived on Show Day, 1914 on the last ship to leave England before the First World War was declared. She lived at 26 Nelson Road Box Hill now the site of the Box Hill R.S.L. Maria was born 25 August in 18?? and died in 1952 and is buried in the Box Hill Cemetery. She was the Great Aunt of the donor.White bib front apron with ties to back of neck - wide waist band ties - 12 cm hem line - also three 2cm pin tucks above hem line - two 12cm pin tucks at top of bib front. Pocket on right hand side.M Austin. 1.2.1901|Laundry mark in red 59costume, female working

Used by Captain William Robertson during meetings of the Freemasonslodge apron and case: A. Masonic lodge apron. cream leather and pale blue grosgrain trim and rossettes. B. Leather carry case black with gold insription C. Small silver key (Pink cord) single rosette, 2 silver plated ornaments with hanging chains for apronBro. William Robertson Port Fairy Lodge, No 67, U.G.L.V.local history, societies, freemasons, s.s.casino, port fairy naval reserves, captain william robertson, port fairy

Calico sheet with stencil for making apron. Shape of apron in broken line with stencil pattern for embroidery of mexican donkey pulling flower cart. Attached is a sheet with colour references for embroidery.Semco Fashion Pattern Semco Design K912handcrafts, needlework

Artist Georg Rosenkranz, crewman aboard the HSK Kormoran, painted this while at Graytown Prisoner of War Camp.Watercolour sketch of man in red trousers, white hat and apronJake Pesclitte from Berlingraytown pow camp, georg rosenkranz, illustrations, watercolour

Yellow WHS cookery apron with Kathy embodied onto the edge Kathy

Black and white image of a man dressed in a white coat with a traditional butcher's apron seated on a horse drawn buggy. Beside him is a young boy on a horse, also wearing a traditional butcher's apron.commerce, horses, employment, moorabbin

A white linen full bib apron to be worn over a nurse's uniform.H.D. MURRELL S 485uniform nursing nurse's-uniform

Child's pattern of dress, briefs and apron from age two to fourWeigallsdomestic items, sewing, handcrafts, dressmaking

Replica Nurses Uniform Veil(UU005) Apron (U103) Red capeuniform, ww1, army