Used in homes in the Edwardian era.Grey miniature Table cover with fringed edge.

Square table cover with heavy cotton, plain orange centre piece with a 12 cm. wide border in rust-coloured velvet with braid and tassels. Also included are 2 extra pieces of velvet border.table linen., tableware

Yakan textiles, known as tennun, are intricate, handwoven fabrics from the Yakan people of Basilan, Philippines, characterized by vibrant colours and complex geometric patterns. Traditionally woven by women on backstrap looms using abaca, cotton, or silk, these textiles represent cultural identity, resilience, and high-level craftsmanship.Woven cloth with Tapestry weaving technique in some areas. Geometric patterns in red, black, yellow, orange, pink, white and green. Mainly cotton, some pink threads in silk.weaving, early 20th century, table cloths

A charming example of 18th century Georgian silk embroidery. All the sprigs have a small piece of parchment behind them, onto which they are embroidered. Lining has been replaced, and a viewing area left for study purposes. In 1930 this piece was used as a christening shawl.18th Century cream satin with coloured silk floral sprays placed regularly all over the cloth, with a floral border. Some metal threads are also used.embroidery, silk embroidery, table cloth, 18th century, england

Fawn linen embroidered in silks in cream yellow and orange, dark orange. Design is flower heads with connecting curved bands and a border of flower heads. Wide hem stitched edge.embroidery, surface stitchery, 1900-20, table cloths

Textiles. Damask weave fabric, with a design of a rose, with buds, and two stems of leaves, and a lovely soft sheen. Two bands of six zig zag peaks, are made by using pulled thread embroidery, and form a border either side of a row of pulled threadwork diamond shapes, 7 cm x 7 cm. This decorative border is at each end of the runner, which also is completed with a 12 cm deep fringe. A geometric patterned weave forms the background to the pulled thread embroidery, while a single rose and bud weave is tucked into each zig zag, and a scroll design features at each fringed end.textiles, domestic, double damask table runner

Souvenir probably bought by an Australian soldier in the 2nd A.I.F., and brought back to Australia as a souvenir.Rectangular blue faded to grey velveteen water damaged textile with a plain white cotton backing with a red fringe. The front of the textile is embroidered in red, yellow, blue and white chain stitch. It shows two palms flanking the Mosque of Omar lower centre with three camels and a man on a horse below, Rachel's Tomb with tree upper left and David's Tower upper right."Souvenir of Palestine"; "Rachels tomb"; "Mosque of Omar"; "David's Tower"second world war 1939-1945, table cover, palestine, 2nd aif, souvenir, textiles - embroideries, wwi

Black and white photograph of two women standing at a table covered by children's drawings.Written on back of photo: Carmel Chammings (now Biggs) and mother.

Photograph, Bert Graham Collection, 2 tables covered in dark blue material , with the trophies on them.bendigo, clubs, bendigo east swimming club

Coloured photograph of Alison Till holding a photograph of her brother Alwyn in airforce uniform. Sitting beside a table covered in Christmas cards.till alison bertha

Booklet: Almanac containing astronomical ephemeris, educational register for Victoria, notable events of the year, astronomical tables. Covers missing. 34th Year of publication.Published by M. L .Hutchinson, Little Collins St, Melb.history, almanac, hutchinson, almanac, school register, astronomical tables

On the 3rd of December, 1981, a Self Help Groups Annual Luncheon was held at the Palm Lake Motel in Albert Park. A fashion parade was held as part of the event. This photo depicts the guests seated at long rectangular tables, with a few people standing in between the rows.Black and white photo of big group of people seated at several rows of tables covered with tablecloths. There are three people standing between the rows of tables.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, self help groups, annual luncheon, fashion parade, fundraising, fundraiser, palm lake motel, albert park, 1981

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, a group of people pose for a photo at the morning tea event. From left to right: Bruce Dyson (AFV President), an unidentified man, Ted Sent (CEO of Primelife Corporation), Pauline Satchell (AFV), and an unidentified man.COL photo of a group of five people (standing), posing for a photo. Behind them are some tables covered in white tablecloths, with cups and saucers, bowls, and an urn.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Bruce Dyson.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, bruce dyson, president, ted sent, ceo, primelife corporation, pauline satchell, 2001

In 2001, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) held a morning tea to thank the members and professionals who had participated in its innovative television exercise program, "Move It of Lose It". The program was broadcast on Community Television station, Channel 31. In this photo, AFV President, Bruce Dyson, addresses the members attending the morning tea event.COL photo of a man standing in a room, with people seated at tables in front of him. Behind him, there are two rectangular tables, covered in white tablecloths, pushed against the wall in the corner.[On a yellow sticky note, in blue ink] Bruce Dyson speakingarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, move it or lose it, television program, television series, broadcast television, community television, channel 31, audiovisual, morning tea, bruce dyson, president, 2001

ACME Field Days are an expo event where exhibitors, particularly from the agricultural sector, can display and promote their products. In the early 2000s, Arthritis Victoria (AV) brought its Healthy Bones Bus to south west Victoria to spread the 'strong bones, healthy joints' message to regional areas. This initiative was made possible through a partnership with the Moyne Shire Council and Moyne Health Services. This photo depicts two women, each completing a questionairre.COL photo of two women outdoors, on a grassy area. One woman is sitting on one of two blue deck chairs, while the other woman is crouching down in front of her. They are both writing on some printed sheets of paper. Beside them, there is a table covered with a bright blue tablecloth, which has a variety of healthy food items, with labels, on it. In the background, there is someone standing next to another small table covered with a green cloth.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, arthritis victoria, av, acme field day, healthy bones bus, outreach, education, information stall, healthy food, heathy diet, calcium, bone health, strong bones, south west victoria, moyne shire, moyne health services, sponsorship, partnership, c2000s

Group Portrait of Stawell Fire Brigade First Hose Six Team Warrnambool 1905 FramedSepia photograph in a mount. Six males dressed in uniform, four at the back and two at the front. The two men at the front are seated on cane chairs, beside a table covered with a cloth. A silver tray (trophy) rests on the table.Stawell Fire Brigade FIRST HOSE SIX Warrnambool Demonstration 1905 Writing on the back is illegiblestawell, fire brigade

This photo depicts Arthritis Victoria CEO, Shirley Caulfield, and two other women sitting at a table during a function.COL photo of three women sitting at a round table covered with a white tablecloth. On the table, there are some printed sheets of paper, mugs of tea or coffee, glasses of water, and some finger food on top of paper serviettes.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, shirley caulfield, ceo, function, event

This item could have been used by a woman who had reasonably good hand stitching and patchwork skills. The time period would be before the 1950's as post 1950s this item would have been commercially available from any medium populated towns Historically this particular item would have been one before circa 1950s, when haberdashery shops would not have been so readily accessible for those families living in the Kiewa Valley. The protection of side boards indicates that furniture at that time was required to look good and last longer. Pride of the family household furniture was also very highTable or dressing table cover made of calico. Hand stitched into Suffolk puffs, large 12 cm in diameter, small 4.5 cm in diameter. 8 large and 103 small ones. All hand stitched together. Hand madepatchwork, calico, hand stitching, home furnishing, furniture coverings

Mrs Traynor's 80th birthdayBlack and white photograph of an elderly woman wearing a light coloured button up shirt and long dark skirt. She is standing behind a table covered in a white cloth and is cutting a birthday cake with candles. The photo is mounted on white cardboard.Written under the photo: Mrs Tom Traynor nee Parish husband owned black kiln on property near Prestige.

Margaret Mary McSwain was born in Mordialloc in 1848, the daughter of Isabella Munro and Alexander Macdonald. Margaret died in Perth, Western Australia, in 1930.Black and white studio portrait of a woman wearing a long (black) dress, standing beside a chair which is in front of a table covered in a tablecloth, with books on top. Her hair is tied up and there is a ribbon tied in a bow at the top of her head.mordialloc, macdonald

Booklet: Containing astronomical ephemeris, educational register for Victoria, notable events for the year, astronomical tables. Covers missing. 26th year of publication. The name 'George Samuel Harris' handwritten in ink on pages 48, 100 and 114. Also 'Alexander Campbell' on page 64.Published by M. L. Hutchinson, 15 Collins St West, Melb.history, almanac, hutchinson, almanac, school register, george samuel harris, alexander campbell

On the 27th of May, 1994, the foundation plaque of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's new headquarters was unveiled. Named the Percy Baxter Arthritis Centre, the official unveilling was conducted by the Premier of Victoria, the Honourable Jeff Kennett (1948-). Located at 263-265 Kooyong Rd, Elsternwick, the construction of the new building was nearing completion. This photo depicts guests mingling inside the unfinished new building.COL photo of a group of people standing close to one another, chatting. In the background, a round table covered with a tablecloth is evident in a gap amongst the crowd. There are platters of food on the table. The photo has been taken from a high angle, highlighting a small group of people in the foreground.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, percy baxter arthritis centre, new building, new premises, foundation plaque, unveiling, guests, refreshments, finger food, celebration, 1994

Sepia toned photograph of two sisters Alice and Lizzie Falk showing two young women one sitting, one standing beside a small table covered with a lace cloth in a garden, each wearing dark frock with lace bodice and large hat. Kalimna Westgenealogy, fashion

Coppin, Chris Randle Group of brownies and their leader with checkered cloth covered tableA Marshall Studios Quality Prints guides

In late 1999, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria celebrated the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Malvern Opportunity Shop. A celebration was held at AFV's headquarters in Elsternwick. This photo depicts (from right to left) Dot Mortensen, Maureen Reid, and one unidentified woman at the event.COL photo of three women sitting around a table. On the table, there are wine glasses, a vase of flowers, and small plates with sandwiches. In the background, there is another group of people (seated) and a small rectangular table (covered with a white tablecloth) against the wall, behind some open bi-fold doors.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, opportunity shop, op shop, charity shop, thrift store, fundraising, 20th anniversary, celebrations, members, volunteers, 1999

On Saturday, the 2nd of November 2002, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), held a Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) Information Day at the Carlton Crest Hotel. Titled 'The Way Forward', it was attended by around 550 people. This photo depicts guest speaker, Dr Delwyn Bartlett, during her presentation.COL photo of a woman standing behind a lectern with two small microphones affixed to it. She is wearing a long light coloured striped jacket over a white dress. Beside her is a small table covered with a red tablecloth. Behind her, there is a large black floor to ceiling curtain.[On a yellow sticky note, handwritten in black ink] Dr DELWYN BARTLETT GUEST SPEAKER FMS INFORMATION DAYarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, fibromyalgia syndrome, fms, the way forward, information day, education, pain management, dr delwyn bartlett, guest speaker, presentation, carlton crest hotel, 2002

On the 30th of October, Arthritis Victoria held a dinner and seminar for General Practitioners as part of its Rural and Regional Education (RARE) Program. This photo depicts several GPs seated at their tables during the dinner and seminar.Colour photo of a large group of people sitting a long rectangular tables covered in white tablecloths, which have been joined together in a u-shape. There are various items on the tables, including wine bottles, glass jugs, beer and wine glasses, some printed paper and some pens.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, arthritis victoria, av, rural and regional education, rare, outreach, general practitioner dinner and seminar, 2003

On Monday, the 5th of May 1986, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) held a special fundraising dinner and auction during National Arthritis Week. The Celebrities Dinner was held to fund the foundation's strategic plan for the next three years. In this photo, television newsreader, Jo Pearson, holds up her donation for the auction - an umbrella marked with the text "ROB GELL IS A LIAR". This photo appears on the cover (page 1) of the No 41, August 1986 issue of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's News Review. It is captioned: "Jo Pearson holding her donation to the Auction. This is the umbrella Jo takes to all her garden parties and outdoor engagements! The umbrella raised $60.00." Rob Gell was a television news weather presenter and, at the time, Jo Pearson's husband. They both worked for Network Ten news.B&W photo of a woman holding up an open dark coloured umbrella. The words "ROB GELL IS A LIAR" have been written on the umbrella in large text. Behind her is a long table covered with a tablecloth. There is a scooter leaning against the table. Behind and above the umbrella, there is a plastic chicken.[Typed directly onto the photo in black ink] JO PEARSON HOLDING HER DONATION TO THE AUCTION. THIS IS THE UMBRELLA JO TAKES TO ALL HER GARDEN PARTIES AND OUTDOOR ENGAGEMENTS! THE UMBRELLA RAISED $60.00. [Handwritten in red ink] IC [Handwritten in black ink] 80%arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, national arthritis week, afv, fundraising, celebrities dinner, auction, jo pearson, newsreader, rob gell, weather presenter, channel 10, network 10, umbrella, donation, 1986