Clothing - Clothing, full length Apron with bib, c1900

Historical information

This lady’s cotton bib apron, completely handsewn with lacework and embroidery is an example of the dressmaking and craftwork skills of the women of the early settlers families in Moorabbin Shire in the early 20th C.

Physical description

A lady's fine white cotton, full length hostess Apron with a bib and long ties. The hem border is cut-work 10cm and the whole apron is decorated by hand embroidered floral designs.

Inscriptions & markings

unsigned Note attached " Every stitch by hand

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