Summary
Note: This object includes a derogatory slur. Such words and sentiments are not condoned by Museums Victoria which considers them to be racist. Historical distance and context do not excuse or erase this fact.
The Viyella House Knitting Book, circa 1940-1949.
Booklet contains patterns for women's jumpers and tops as well as a man's cardigan and socks. The back cover has a "colour guide" to assist women in choosing colours of clothing according to hair, eye and complexion colour. Offensive language is used in this section.
Physical Description
Knitting book featuring a colourised photograph of a young woman on the cover.
More Information
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mrs Violet (Vi) Morgan, 14 Dec 1989
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Date Made
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Inscriptions
Printed front cover: The / Viyella House / Knitting / Book / PRICE 6d.
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Overall Dimensions
22.5 cm (Length), 18.5 cm (Width)
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Keywords
Advertising, Clothing, Clothing Patterns, Commerce, Handcrafts, Knitting Patterns, Hand Knitting
