Historical information

Julia Thomas was daughter of George and Granny Thomas much respected Aboriginal couple of Newmerella. George was a stockman for Jas Stirling. Julia married Henry Eaton, road construction at Gilbert's Gulch.

Significance

This item is an example of a handcrafted item and reflects the needlework skills of women in the first half of the 20th century.

Physical description

Two white knitted pillow shams with pink knitted through front. Lace edging.