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Owner:
National Wool Museum -
Location:
National Wool Museum -
Maker:
Irene Isabel Pitt -
Pattern:
Wagga -
Dimensions:
Height: 830 mm
Width: 1460 mm
History
This wagga was made by the donor's paternal grandmother, Irene Isabel Pitt (need Haase).
Irene was born in Natimuk, Victoria in 1894 and grew up on a wheat farm in the Western District of Victoria. Her father owned a bakery in Natimuk, as well as several farms.
Irene was a typical country woman versed in all home maker skills including knitting and sewing. After she married, she lived in suburban Melbourne.
I recall seeing the waggas on the bed in the spare room. My brother suggested that one of the waggas may have been used under the mattress to help prevent draughts.
- donor, 2025
Description
Wagga blanket made from suiting fabric samples, with calico cotton backing. Machine pieced, with hand stitched binding.
Acknowledgements
National Wool Museum Collection
