pillow case, c. 1930 - 1950

Historical information

Presumed to have been made by the family of Mrs. Jean Snow who donated this item. This is a classic example of the tradition of "making do" , of creating new uses for older items or bits of scrap.

Physical description

A pillow case made from four porridge bags which have been opened out and stitched together. The name of the porridge manufacturer is evident on the pillow case, Robert J Terry.

Inscriptions & markings

Robert J Terry N D M B A N (Eng)

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