Historical information

This apron was probably created in the 1980s or 1990s. As the apron is pure white, it was probably not intended to be used but rather as a demonstration of sewing technique.
It was created by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018). Beryl learnt handicraft skills as a young person from her mother Hettie Collett (Thorn) who was a skilled milliner. Beryl created many textile objects and items of clothing following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and often won prizes for them. That much of Beryl's own handiwork was created following her retirement epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.

Significance

This apron is an example of sewing technique by a local seamstress.

Physical description

White apron with bib with a strap around the neck, a waistband which ties at the back, and a pocket on the lower left of the skirt. White trim around the hem. Floral motif on right front of skirt and a smaller floral motif on the pocket.