This eulogy is dedicated to Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied range of objects relating to Beryl which is held by the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of Beryl's work was created by her following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.PhotographEulogy is attached to this record In photo, Beryl is wearing a badge: 'THE COMBINED PROBUS CLUB OF MONBULK / BERYL / COLLETT' On back of photo hand-written: 'Beryl Collett / abt 2010 [that date is crossed out] / 2007 (see / side of photo)'beryl collett, kallista victoria australia, eulogy, karleen osborne, 2018, photographs

This decorative enamel object was made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied body of work by Beryl which is held by the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Her work also epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Decorative enamel object mounted on corkboard with stripes of red, mint green and shades of blue. Dark blue at the centre.On back: 'Beryl Collett / April 1974'beryl collett, sherbrooke victoria australia, enamelware, 1970s, artist, country womens association

This saucer was made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied body of work by Beryl which are held by the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of this work was created by Beryl following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Small decorative saucer embossed with the head of a Native American in profile in the centre. Possibly made of pewter. Made by Beryl Collett.Noneberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, decorative saucer, native american, artist, country womens association

This evening bag was made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied range of objects relating to Beryl which is held by the Museum.This evening bag was made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied range of objects relating to Beryl which is held by the Museum. The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of Beryl's work was created by her following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Evening bag. Small. Bakelite clasp and chain. Jet-like beading on exterior. Satin interior with small pocket. Made by Beryl CollettNo markingsberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, evening bag, handbag, butterfly

This tea cosy was mde by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied range of objects relating to Beryl which is held by the Museum. Beryl initially learnt her needlework skills from her milliner mother.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of Beryl's work was created by her following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives. The widespread use of tea bags together with the pace of modern life have reduced the use of tea pots to make tea and therefore the need for tea cosies to keep the tea hot.Tea cosy made by Beryl Collett. Cream, open-weave material with three flowers embroidered in dark blue chain stitch. Foliage below is embroidered in black stitch.No markingsberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, tea cosy

This patchworked hanging heart was made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and form part of a large and varied range of objects relating to Beryl which is held by the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of Beryl's work was created by her following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.One small 'hanging heart' with patchwork front and leather back and a loop of thin maroon ribbon for hanging. Patchworked with green, pink and floral fabrics with gold-stitched star pattern on purple background in the centre. Hand-made by Beryl Collett.No markingsberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, hanging heart, patchwork

Doilies were popular from Victorian times till around the mid-20th century. They were used as a cover for glasses and bowls or underneath decorative and functional objects.These items were made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and form part of a large and varied body of work by or about Beryl which is held by the Museum. Beryl mainly made lacework in the earlier part of her life using her Duchess Lace Maker which is also in the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of this work was created by Beryl following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Doilies are symbols of the creativity and care that women have, through history, bestowed on the sphere available, their homesSeven doilies. Six are circular shaped and one is oval shaped. Two are crocheted and the rest are lace. Made by Beryl Collett.No inscriptionberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, doily, lace doily, duchess lacemaker

These baby bonnets, which were made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) for premature and still born babies, forms part of a large and varied range of objects relating to Beryl which is held by the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of Beryl's work was created by her following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Two lace baby bonnets made by Beryl Collett. These are for a small baby and are nearly identical except one is trimmed with ribbon and the other with lace. Both have a ribbon for tying the bonnet. The ribbon is attached to the bonnet by a small, ribboned flower with a button in its centre.beryl collett, kallista victoria australia, baby bonnets, lace

This Christmas angel ornament was made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied body of work by Beryl which is held by the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of this work was created by Beryl following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.An angel ornament which is a Christmas decoration probably to hang from a tree. The angel has a soft body, is dressed in a white cotton dress which is hand-embroidered at the sleeves and the hem with gold thread. Satin wings. Hand embroidered eyebrows using a wool. Cotton lace at the neck. The angel is accompanied by printed notes labelled 'Instruction Workshop' which provides a step-by-step process for making the angel. Made by Beryl Collett.Noneberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, christmas ornament, angel, artist, country womens association

Beryl Collett (1925-2018) made a range of beautiful needlework, lacework, beaded bags, enamel work, metal engravings, soft dolls and other forms of craft. Some of these won first prizes in state-wide Country Women's Association competitions. Beryl was a single woman who was an accountant in her working life. She had a close engagement with her church and with the natural beauty of the Dandenong Ranges. Her artwork is evocative of that beauty.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Her work also epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Four small, decorated saucers - enamel on copper and three enamel buckles. One of the saucers is shaped and decorated like the wing of a butterfly. The other three are round. The buckles are square and have the same flower design but in different colours. Designed and made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett.Noneberyl collett, saucer, buckles, country womens association, kallista victoria australia, enamelled

This decorative tassel was made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied body of work by Beryl which is held by the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of this work was created by Beryl following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Decorative tassel. Round wooden top which is painted with pink flowers on gold background. Two tiers of mercecised cotton in pink and yellow shades of colour.Noneberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, ornament, tassel, artist, country womens association

This evening bag was made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied range of objects relating to Beryl which is held by the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of Beryl's work was created by her following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Evening bag. Medium size. Patterned closely with black iridescent beading and small precious stones. Mustard coloured butterfly motif on front and back. Beaded loops around edge of bag. Handle consists of plaited navy and brown cords. Inside is patterned fabric. Inside join with the clasp is a flower and leaf embroidery. Clasp is made of Bakelite.No markingsberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, evening bag, handbag, butterfly

This cloth doll was made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied body of work by or about Beryl which is held by the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of this work was created by Beryl following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives. Beryl made several similar 'Angel' dolls. Photographs of these are at the Museum.Cloth doll dressed as an angel with wire wings at the back. Sky blue cloche hat with fabric flowers, long-sleeved melon shirt with lacework on bodice and diamante brooch, long skirt in patterned fabric. White pantaloons. Small back beaded purse hanging from front secured by ceramic button. Made by Bery Collett.No inscriptionberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, dolls, angel doll

This 'Bridal Heart' was made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and form part of a large and varied body of work by or about Beryl which is held by the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of this work was created by Beryl following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Bridal keepsake - white fabric heart shape with embroidery on the front and zipped pocket on the back and a loop of white ribbon.No inscriptionberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, bridal heart, bridal keepsake

This evening bag was made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied range of objects relating to Beryl which is held by the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of Beryl's work was created by her following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Evening bag. Small. Black fabric patterned with pink roses and green foliage. Black satin interior. Bakelite clasp decorated with diamantes. Black plastic chain. Velcro closure inside.No markingsberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, evening bag, handbag

This nightcap was made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied range of objects relating to Beryl which is held by the Museum. The nightcap appears to be older than much of her work and may have been made early in the 20th century. It may have been owned or made by Beryl's mother, Hetty Collett (Thorn) who was an accomplished milliner.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of Beryl's work was created by her following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Nightcap. Cream-coloured cotton edged with lace. Drawstring cord with bow at the back. Some age-related discolouration.No markingsberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, nightcap

These Amish-style dolls were made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and form part of a large and varied range of objects relating to Beryl which is held by the Museum. She became very interested in Amish culture in the early 2000s and has also made Amish-style quilts. The Amish people have significant populations in the USA (Indiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania). The Amish are known for simple living, plain dress, Christian pacificism, self-sufficiency and a disregard for modern technology. Amish dolls typically have no facial features or hair to emphasise that all are alike in the eyes of God.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of Beryl's work was created by her following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Three Amish-style dolls. One female and two males. Stuffed and dressed in plain Amish-style clothing and wearing a hat or bonnet. No facial features or hair. One additional bonnet and pair of pantaloons.No markingsberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, dolls, amish

This apron was probably created in the 1980s or 1990s. As the apron is pure white, it was probably not intended to be used but rather as a demonstration of sewing technique. It was created by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018). Beryl learnt handicraft skills as a young person from her mother Hettie Collett (Thorn) who was a skilled milliner. Beryl created many textile objects and items of clothing following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and often won prizes for them. That much of Beryl's own handiwork was created following her retirement epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.This apron is an example of sewing technique by a local seamstress.White apron with bib with a strap around the neck, a waistband which ties at the back, and a pocket on the lower left of the skirt. White trim around the hem. Floral motif on right front of skirt and a smaller floral motif on the pocket.beryl collett, clothing

These items of lacework were made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and form part of a large and varied body of work by or about Beryl which is held by the Museum. Doilies were popular from Victorian times to the mid-20th century and were used to cover glasses and bowls or underneath functional or decorative objects. The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of this work was created by Beryl following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Doilies are symbols of the creativity and care that women have, through history, bestowed on the sphere available, their homes. Beryl created lacework in the earlier part of her life using her Duchess Lace Maker which is also in the Museum.Four lacework items and one pattern for making lacework. The items are: one lace-embroidered handkerchief; one oval shaped doily with lace around the edge; one circular shaped doily with lace around a small inner circle; and one Peter Pan style collar in lace. All are in white material. Circa mid-20th century or older.No inscriptionberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, doily, lace doily, duchess lacemaker, lace collar

This patchwork quilt was probably created in the1990s perhaps as a demonstration of technique. However, unlike some of its maker's work, it also appears to have been used. It was created by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018). Beryl learnt handicraft skills as a young person from her mother Hettie Collett (Thorn) who was a skilled milliner. Beryl created many textile objects and items of clothing following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and often won prizes for them. That much of Beryl's own handiwork was created following her retirement epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.This patchwork quilt is an example of sewing technique by a local artist.A square patchwork quilt featuring a star pattern combining solid royal blue fabric with floral printed fabrics. It has a blue and white checkered border and a blue and white checkered back.beryl collett, patchwork

These doilies were made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and form part of a large and varied body of work by or about Beryl which is held by the Museum. Beryl created lacework in the earlier part of her life using her Duchess Lace Maker which is also in the Museum. Doilies were popular from Victorian times to the mid-20th century and were used to cover glasses and bowls or underneath functional or decorative objects. The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of this work was created by Beryl following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Doilies are symbols of the creativity and care that women have, through history, bestowed on the sphere available, their homes.Two square lace doilies mounted on cards - one on blue card and one on brown card.No inscription on VEMU2108.1 On the back of VEMU2108.2 is a sticker on which is printed: 'COMPETITION / Section.....8C / Branch No.....Y / Member's No.....67'beryl collett, kallista victoria australia, doily, lace doily, duchess lacemaker

This pin cushion may have oiginallty been owned by the mother of Beryl Collett, Hetty Collett (Thorn) who was an accomplished millinerin the early 20th century. It forms par of a range of objects relating to Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and form part of a large and varied range of craftwork connected to Beryl which is held by the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Beryl created much of her own work following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Pin cushion with a loop for wearing around the wrist. Velvet strap and trim. Pearl and paua shell plated with gold ball in centre. Owned by Beryl CollettNoneberyl collett, kallista victoria australia, sewing aid, pin cushion, artist, country womens association

These photographs are a record of the later life of Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied range of objects and photographs relating to Beryl which is held by the Museum. These photos mainly relate to Beryl's work and the prizes she won. The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of Beryl's work was created by her following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.One thankyou card written to Beryl Collett in 1980. One photograph album of 42 colour photos depicting Beryl's sewing and craft work. 12 loose colour photos. All created 1980-2010 approximately.beryl collett, kallista victoria australia, photographs, photograph album, card

These photographs are a record of the early life of Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied range of objects relating to Beryl which is held by the Museum. Beryl grew up in Ivanhoe but the family moved to the Dandenongs when she was an adult.Beryl was engaged to a young man from her church at Ivanhoe. (See presumed engagement photo.) Unfortunately, she developed tuberculosis and had to be sent away to hospital for treatment to which she responded well. However, her fiancé's family were concerned she would suffer ongoing ill health and persuaded him to break off the engagement. Beryl, in fact, lived into her early 90s with health and vigour.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of Beryl's work was created by her following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Six black and white photographs of Beryl Collett as a child, teenager, young adult, and older adult. One black and white photo which is presumed to be of her sister Phyllis. (Only one of the above photographs (Beryl's presumed engagement photo) has a photographer signature: Peter Fox.)See record of markings underneath the part descriptions.beryl collett, kallista victoria australia, photographs, peter fox

This trophy was awarded to Beryl Collett in 1993 by the Victorian CWA for 'One Woman's Work Handicraft'.It forms part of a large and varied body of work by or about Beryl Collett (1925-2018) which is held by the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of this work was created by Beryl following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Trophy - brass plaque mounted on polished wood.'DANDENONG RANGES GROUP / ONE WOMAN'S WORK / HANDICRAFT / MISS B. COLLETT 1993' Above the inscription is the Victorian CWA logo.beryl collett, kallista victoria australia, trophy, artist, country womens association

This beaten copper leaf was owned but not made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and form part of a large and varied range of craftwork connected to Beryl which is held by the Museum.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Beryl created much of her own work following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.Ornamental gum tree leaf made of beaten copper.On back of leaf: A name that is hard to decipher - perhaps 'Peter Juengaard' Underneath that name: 'Bendigo Pottery'beryl collett, kallista victoria australia, ornament, copper, gum tree leaf, bendigo pottery, peter juengaard

This booklet was owned by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied body of work by or about Beryl which is held by the Museum. Beryl was particularly skilled at lacework - a skill she had learned from her mother, Hetty Collett (Thorn) who was an accomplished milliner.The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of this work was created by Beryl following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.This is an instruction booklet about tatting entitled 'Furness Tatting Designs No. 3' - written by Marjorie Willis and published in New Zealand. The front cover features a doiley in pretty pastel colours and a sticker with the name of the owners (P & B Collett). There are a range of tatting patterns including for headbands, doilies, edgings and a collar. Circa 1940s.On front cover: 'Furness /Tatting / Designs / No. 3 / by Marjorie Willis / 1/3 / Copyright' Also a small white sticker: ' P & B Collett / 18 Clarkson Road / Kallista, VIC. 3791' On back cover: Photographs of three other tatting books by the author and at the bottom: 'The Furness Publishing and Manufacturing Co. / PO Box 41, Newmarket, N.Z. / Printed by Wright & Jaques Ltd., Auckland'beryl collett, kallista victoria australia, tatting, booklet, new zealand, marjorie willis