Historical information
This appears to be unused as it is starched.
Significance
This item is an example of a handcrafted item and reflects the needlework skills of women in the early 20th century when women's focus was the home and its decoration was important. Embroidery and crochet work was an affordable way to personalise and add aesthetic value, and examples of embroidered and crocheted pieces could be found in most Australian homes
Physical description
A hand embroidered cushion cover. It is cream coloured with blue edging. In the centre is an orange diamond shape with an oval in the centre. There is a vase with flowers branching out. They are yellow and pink. The cover closes with 3 press studs.
