Historical information

This pin cushion may have oiginallty been owned by the mother of Beryl Collett, Hetty Collett (Thorn) who was an accomplished millinerin the early 20th century. It forms par of a range of objects relating to Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and form part of a large and varied range of craftwork connected to Beryl which is held by the Museum.

Significance

The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Beryl created much of her own work following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.

Physical description

Pin cushion with a loop for wearing around the wrist. Velvet strap and trim. Pearl and paua shell plated with gold ball in centre.
Owned by Beryl Collett

Inscriptions & markings

None