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Object Name: Pincushion
Date Made: 1980s
1980s
Description: A small pincushion of wool canvaswork emboidery in a stylized tree shape. The embroidery depicts a winter scene of bird and foliage against snow. The pincushion is backed with plain red brushed cotton. A line of embroidery in bright red wool defines the outline of the pincushion and creates a hanging loop at the top, to enable it to be used as a Christmas tree decoration also. Hand sewn throughout. Firmly padded with polyester wadding.
Materials: cotton : wool : polyester
Catalogue Number: HOYFM.2016.70

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