Craftwork, lacemaking hooks tiny, c1890

Historical information

The women of the pioneer families were very skilled at dressmaking , needlework and lace making. The early settlers had to be self reliant and made and repaired their own clothes, haberdashery , furnishings, tools and equipment.

Lacework was a common pastime for 19thC women.

Significance

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Physical description

A set of tiny lace making crochet hooks.

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