Historical information

This item was made and worn by Marjorie Burton. Marjorie Burton ( nee Whiteman), born 12 June, in Birmingham, England came to Orbost in 1995.
In England she did office work – typing, shorthand and secretarial work - in accountants’ offices and also trained as a comptometrist with Burroughs in London. She came from middle-class working church-going family. Her mother was a milliner who mademany of Marjorie’s clothes, hats and outfits.
Marjorie was married in 1938 to a salesman who later became a mechanic in the R.A.F. during WW11

Significance

This item is an example of a handcrafted item and reflects the handcraft skills of women necessary during the 1950's in Great Britain.

Physical description

A hand-sewn pale green velvet bow made as a dress accessory. It has narrow straps and fastens with clear plastic studs.