Tatting is the making of knots to make a lace of decorative rings, chains, and edges. The shuttle consists of two blades joined by a bone block with a hole used to hold the thread. This old tortoiseshell tatting shuttle was given by Lady Amies, founding memberTatting shuttle. tortoiseshell with brass roots, bone central block with hole for threadUndecorated bladestatting, tortoiseshell

Tatting shuttle made out of imitation tortoiseshell. Tatting is the making of knots to make a lace of decorative rings, chains, and edges. The shuttle consists of two blades joined by a block, and is used to hold the thread.Imitation tortoiseshell was a sustainable durable alternative to tortoiseshell and made an attractive toolTatting shuttle. Imitation tortoiseshell. Central block glued, has a hole in centreUndecorated bladesimitation tortoiseshell, tatting

Popular Glomesh style handbag distinctive of the 1960s. The tortoiseshell style plastic decoration on the frame add a unique look and may be Lucite plastic.Large 1960s cream Glomesh frame Handbag with mesh metal handle and tortoiseshell style plastic decoration on frame. White satin lining 1 zipped compartment and 1 pocket.

Made by Internee Karl Kirsch at Camp 3 for his wife Babette.1943-1946Six diamond-shaped buttons made from tortoiseshell from New Guinea|diamond-shapedkirsch, karl, babette, accessories, tortoiseshell, buttons, camp 3, tatura, internees, costume

Purchased by committee member to add to the collection of personal effectsOval tortoiseshell case containing four manicure tools with tortoiseshell handles. Case is made of woodpersonal effects-toilet requisites, manicure

Tortoiseshell shoe horncostume accessories, footwear accessories

Doll's mirror encased in tortoiseshelltoys, dolls' accessories

From the Temple estate. George Temple (1832-1918) started Temple's Store opposite the Post Office and packed stores to Bendoc. This item is an example of a hair accessory commonly worn by women in the early 20th century. It is associated with the Temple family.Tortoiseshell hair slide with diamantes along the top.hair-accessories combs hair-slides temple-george tortoiseshell

From donor's grandmother Mrs J Adams. She lived in Whitehorse Rd - they had a small orchard, almost on the corner of Springvale Rd.A pair of Patons No 10 Tortoiseshell knitting needleshandcrafts, knitting

Tortoiseshell Finger Guard used like a thimblehandcrafts, equipment, needlework

Ornamental tortoiseshell comb with large flower in centre.personal effects-toilet requisites, hairdressing

1 pair of tortoiseshell, round reading glassesspectacles

The "Gold Krone" ("Gold Crown") cut-throat razor was a brand name used by German manufacturer EKS (a common marking found on these razors), produced in the famous blade-making city of Solingen, Germany. The name "Gold Krone" (German for "Gold Crown") served as a brand name or a specific model designation. Another related and commonly seen brand is "Krone & Schwert Solingen" ("Crown & Sword Solingen"). These razors are recognized as vintage items, often dating back to the early-to-mid 20th century. As with many vintage razors, their value often lies in their craftsmanship and historical significance. Traditional straight razors need regular maintenance, including stropping before each use and occasional honing to keep the edge sharp. Shaving with a cut-throat razor requires practice and a specific technique to achieve a close shave without irritation. A vintage Gold steel Krone 1400 Bonsa Cut Throat Shaving Razor with a tortoiseshell type plastic handle with a diamond shape symbol in gold lettering with EKS in the middle and a crown on the top. On the blade in a gold diamond shape is engraved Gold Krone EKS. Trade Mark Solingen Germany and leaves are engraved at the edges of the blade. It also has engraved 1400 Bonsa Solingen on the section near the handle.The blade folds back into the handle to protect it. On the back of the blade is engraved Gold Krone EKS with a crown above the diamond. There is no storage case. On the tortoiseshell plastic handle is a 'diamond shape symbol in gold lettering with EKS in the middle and a crown on the top'. On the blade in a 'gold diamond shape is engraved Gold Krone EKS. Trade Mark Solingen Germany with leaves'. '1400 Bonsa Solingen'. On the back of the blade is, 'Gold Krone EKS with a crown above the diamond. cut throat razors, shaving equipment, shavers, barbers

Pair of knitting needles, size 10. [Tortoise shell knitting needles; size 10 were advertised in The Queensland Times 13/8/1949]Pair of brown plastic knitting needles with tortoiseshell pattern.[Size] "10" inscribed on top of each needle.knitting needles

Plastic Hair decorations became very popular during 20thC because they were cheap and plentiful.2 plastic-like tortoiseshell, decorative hair combstoiletries, market gardeners, early settlers, moorabbin, bentleigh ormond, cheltenham, hairdressing

Made by Internee . Camp 13, MurchisonLight Blue & White Macrame Belst with Tortoiseshell Buckle.tatura, handcrafts, weaving

This ostrich feather fan is part of a collection donated by Mrs. Jean Raper of Wodonga.This item is from Raper Collection donated to the Wodonga Historical Society by Mrs. Jean Raper. A black ostrich feather fan with vanes of faux tortoiseshell.accessories, fashion, vintage fashion

CHAMOIS LEATHER FINGER NAIL BUFFER, WITH TORTOISESHELL TOP AND HANDLElocal history, toilet requisites, manicure,

Curved tortoiseshell decorative hair comb with two long prongs.personal effects-toilet requisites, hairdressing

ornamental tortoiseshell comb with four prongs. Decorated in one corner.personal effects-toilet requisites, hairdressing

This pair of Lorgnette spectacles belonged to Nina Ayers (nee Casement) 1891-1972. She lived with her aunt, Blanche Casement (nee Balnarry) as a child after her mother died when Nina was seven. Her aunt would often take Nina to the theatre where these spectacles may have been used. Nina, in turn, gave the spectacles to her daughter Frances Ayers who later married the grandson of Carl Axel Nobelius.This needle case belonged to a local woman whose daughter was related by marriage to the Nobelius family.Pair of vintage folding lorgnette spectacles with simulated tortoiseshell handlenina casement, blanche casement, avonsleigh, carl axel nobelius, spectacles

Plastic imitation tortoiseshell comb in a fan shape design and with four tines.costume accessories, hair accessories

Petite thread winders for storing silk threads possibly made of early celluloid or of tortoisesheeThread winders for holding a small amount of thread, possibly from a sewing box.Pair of tortoiseshell coloured thread winders attached to card for safe storage thread winders, handcrafts-needlework equipment

Ornamental tortoiseshell hair comb with glass beads set in a pattern on front. Two prongspersonal effects-toilet requisites, hairdressing

Tortoiseshell hair comb used for decorating hair. Decorative top with 6 long prongs.personal effects-toilet requisites, hairdressing

Pair of spectacles with tortoiseshell surround in a hard black case, with a bone coloured felt lining.Case: "H.A. Barraclough Pty Ltd 219 Collins Street"spectacles, spectacles cases

A pair of hand held, folding spectacles with tortoiseshell frame 'Glarex' brand with a 2 part case'GLAREX' on case

2 pairs of spectacles:- 1. Tortoiseshell frames and 2. Frameless, bifocals. Leather green glasses case."W. J. Aird Pty Ltd. 8a Elizabeth St, Melbourne" - on the glasses case.spectacles, spectacles cases