Accessory - SEWING KIT, 1944

Historical information

Sewing kit commonly called a "housewife" issued to all service personnel for quick repairs.

Physical description

Jungle green coloured sewing kit, rolled up style with cotton strap/tie to keep it closed. Has four open pockets to contain needles, buttons, cord etc. Contents are two needles, 4 buttons wrapped in white paper. A length of cord attached and a length of Woollen cord.

Inscriptions & markings

Stamped "Made in Australia 1944", also "D (upward arrow) D"

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