Sewing Equipment, cotton reel 'Knox's', early 20thC

Historical information

W & J Knox Ltd were cotton millers in Kilbernie, Scotland during the time after the Industrial Revolution when Great Brittain exported manufactured cotton products globally.
The early settlers in Moorabbin Shire had to be self reliant and made their own clothing, napery, tools and household goods. The women were skilful dressmakers and craft workers.

Physical description

A wooden reel of 'Knox's Three Cord' sewing cotton . 100 yards

Inscriptions & markings

W..J.KNOX / KILBIRNIE SCOTLAND/ 50/ 100yds

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