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April - 'Linen'

23/4/2025

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Our April meeting saw a beautiful display of linen including

  • A beautiful supper cloth and napkins embroidered by a great aunt as she travelled on the train.
  • A pattern from the Australian Women’s Weekly of state flowers of Western Australia  with placemat napkin and coaster.
  • A lovely tablecloth worked in the Willow pattern of blue and white.
  • Tea towels by Pro Hart and Harrods.
  • A lovely table setting from India of placemats and napkins, a wedding present that has never been used. 
  • A hand embroidered dressing table set that is still in use today
  • Pillow shams, 100 years old. 
  • Napkins from the 1980s and
  • A baby dress, 80 years old.​
​​The collection of tea towels consisted of Pro Hart, Harrods, Gold Coast, Map of Wales, York Minster, Commonwealth Games1962 and a set of large tea towels found in an op shop with fun embroidery.
See you all on 13 May when the topic is TOYS.

Dorothy
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March - 'Baby/Child photos'

27/3/2025

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​For the March session, the theme was baby/child photos. There were photos of collector’s as children themselves, siblings, grandchildren and parents.
 
Little girls in smocked dresses (and some boys too), many wearing hats.  Some boys had “curly” hair for the photo session.
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There was a gorgeous photo of a little girl meeting her father for the first time on his return from World War II; dad was kneeling on the ground and having his hair ruffled.  Another little girl was busily mopping out the dog bowl with a huge mop; the same little girl filling a big watering can.  A tiny Wendy was snapped with “Lambie” her favourite stuffed toy.  “Lambie” came to the group in a well preserved state though missing its embroidered nose.
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​The next group is on 8th April; please bring and item or several of linen.


Janet Gourley
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'Something Special'...an eclectic display with fascinating stories

27/2/2025

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After a recess in 2024, Collectors started again on February 11 with 13 collectors in attendance.  Dorothy gave an overview of past topics with the theme for today being “Something Special”. Participants were asked to bring along something that was special to them.  An eclectic display was amassed with fascinating stories about the items.
 
There was a copper work plaque made by a mother in the late 50’s – an intricate design.  A small clear glass jug and a small, depression glass jug evoked memories of homemade mint sauce served with the Sunday roast – a tradition still carried on today in one household.
 
There was a collection of very old handmade book marks made by relatives.  Two teapots were displayed – one in the shape of a tiger and the other an old English cottage (which had a matching toast rack).  Two porcelain doll statues – one from Santa 70 years ago and another purchased in West Germany about 40 years ago.  A brass camel with fine features; a pottery camel carrying salt and pepper shakers.
 
There were plenty of books including 1910’s Sunday School prizes; “Black Beauty” with memories of being read by an aunt; a New Testament given to British school children in 1953 on the occasion of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II; a collection of poems and writings of a late sister; and numerous very old cookery books.  One intriguing title “Titillating Recipes, Anecdotes & Hints” compiled by The Ladies Auxiliary of The James Cook Historical Museum.
Please come and join us.  We meet again on Tuesday, March 11 at 2.00pm.  The theme is “Baby Photos”
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Janet Gourley

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February's theme - 'Something special'

2/2/2025

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Returning in 2025, Collectors recommences at 2pm on Tuesday 11 February in Room 1.  
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For our first session, could you please bring along ‘Something Special’ from your collection, something which has special meaning in your life.

​Dorothy  
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Returning in 2025 - Collectors!

8/12/2024

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If you enjoy wandering around antique and secondhand stalls, you will enjoy the Collectors' group.

It's a 'show and tell' format and it's always so interesting to hear stories of special items.  They don't all have to be family heirlooms, they can be recent purchases from opp shops.

We're returning to a different time slot, still monthly, but will now meet on the 2nd Tuesday from 2 to 4 pm.

Dorothy Webber
​0412 263 071
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November - 'Dinner Sets' ... to be followed by a break in 2024 ...

25/11/2023

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​​The last meeting for the year was held on November 6 with a theme of dinner sets, more correctly, a sample from an everyday dinner set or a special one or even an oddment.  There were beautiful floral edged plates dating from pre-War II; inheritances from relatives; sets bought with engagement money and simply accumulated over the years.
 
Some were unbranded, others included Noritake, Coalport, Lotte (Norwegian), Doulton, Wedgwood and Johnson – altogether a beautiful array.
The first get together of the Collectors Group was in February 2016 and came about from the enthusiasm of Judith Borthwick.  Quite a large number attended; there was no set topic – just a wonderful collection of items special to their owners
 
After several years, Dorothy Webber became coordinator and has led the group up to the present.  We seem to be running out of topics/ideas and, with a decline in numbers, have decided to have a break in 2024.  We thank both Judith and Dorothy for their leadership and look forward to resuming in 2025.
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Janet Gourley
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October - 'Childhood Photographs'

25/10/2023

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A small group met on the 2nd October to show photos of themselves as a baby and young child.

Photos at the beach were popular as were photos in the garden /back yard.   Bathing costumes really represented the era and one photo showed a female toddler in shorts which seemed unusual for the time.
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The next meeting is on Monday 6th November at 10.00am.  The topic is dinner sets; more precisely, a plate from your everyday use, for special occasions or an oddment. 
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It is not expected that a whole dinner set will be on show.

​Janet Gourley
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September - 'Something from the Shed' and 'Bags'

24/9/2023

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There were two topics for the September meeting: “Something from the Shed” and
“Bags”
 
The usual tools were presented: hammers belonging to a late dad and a late husband; tin snips, chisels, pinchers, screw drivers and an old Imperial metal tape measure made in Canada.  Not tools, a Dr. Pat old tobacco tin contained an assortment of devices/pins to hang pictures; a corrugated iron sign; and, a very old wooden box that had previously held chalk.  There was also a discussion on shoe lasts.
 
A collection of shiny horse bits were shown – a snaffle bit, thumb bit, racing bit and bits for training, racing and soft mouth sensitivities.
 
Fabric patchwork bags were presented often made from scraps with handy pockets to hold sewing essentials.  There were two evening purses – one beautifully beaded and the other made from men’s ties.  Three Oroton handbags were shown and an old crocodile skin handbag made in Madras.
The theme for the gathering on 2nd October is "Baby/Childhood Photos of oneself"


Janet Gourley. ​
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Coming up on September 4 - "Something from the Shed"

26/8/2023

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It’s time to head out to the shed to find a collectable item or items from the past! 

Collectors will be returning on Monday 4th September at 10 am revisiting a previous topic: 
“Something from The Shed”.  All welcome.

​Janet Gourley
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July - 'Tea Towels',  followed by a break in August

23/7/2023

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It was almost a case of “I’ve been everywhere man” with the variety of tea towels presented.  Many countries and many themes/topics:  Wales, York, Scotland, London, the Cotswold’s, Northumbria, Sydney, Iceland, Finland, Sandringham House (UK), Ireland, Benalla, Greenwich Cutty Sark, Melbourne, QANTAS and the list goes on…..
 
Themes included cats, Irish quotations, elephants, hens, lavender, sheep, military tattoo, Australian animals, London buses and Harrods, Ned Kelly, hand embroidered with kitchen/herb themes, recipes and the Richmond Football Club.
 
One enterprising collector had sewn a number of tea towels together to make a picnic tablecloth.
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​Collectors will be taking a break in August.  The theme for the meeting on Monday 4th  September at 10 am revisits a previous topic: “Something from The Shed”.

​Janet Gourley
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June - 'Brooches'

25/6/2023

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​A lovely collection of brooches were shown at our June meeting, too many to mention in detail.  Many were inherited from relatives, others gifts received on special occasions and those purchased by their owner often from op shops.
 
Of particular interest was a filigree butterfly made of the finest metal in a silver colour but not actually silver.  The strands of metal were like a cobweb.  Typical of their era were a number of bar style brooches with gems or plain.  Cameos were also popular.
 
There were a number of handcrafted brooches: a raffia basket and a bonnet both decorated with silk flowers; a fairly large round brooch with the surface filled with silk French knots; a handmade felt brooch with leaves and gum blossom and a leather flower like a camellia.
 
Other brooches included pearls, jade, opals rhinestone, enamel, paua shell and porcelain.  There was a colourful collection of brooches made in the former Maxart button factory.
​Tea towels is the theme for the meeting to be held on 3rd July – souvenirs from places afar or commemorative.
 
Janet Gourley
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May - 'Buttons'

8/5/2023

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'Buttons' was the theme for the May meeting.  Many and varied and they came from many sources – mothers, mothers-in-law, grandmothers and aunties as well as special buys in collectibles and button shops and at garage sales.
 
There were buttons with many themes represented: buttons from military and police uniforms, the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II and other commemorative occasions, animals,  flowers, trains, covered buttons and those made from leather or mother of pearl, flowers, smiley faces – an almost unlimited range of designs and shapes.
 
Also featured was a framed topiary tree made out of beautiful buttons.
 
Some smaller collections were shown on the table, another lot in a big box and another large collection systematically stored by type in plastic trays.
​'Brooches' is the theme for the meeting on June 5.  You are welcome to join us for a fun time.
 
Janet Gourley.
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April - 'Toys'

15/4/2023

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An interesting array of dolls arrived for our ‘Toy’ themed day in April.

One, needing a hospital stay, was dressed in a red knitted outfit made by the owner’s grandmother. Lorna was found in an op/shop and has a full wardrobe of clothes for all seasons.  Beautifully handmade, dolls and bears by Marj.  A 70-years old car and wooden train.  A book that opened to reveal the secret life of Bears. A doll I made 30 years ago and the toy Sewing Machine I received for my seventh birthday.  

The theme for May is ‘Buttons’.


​Dorothy
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March - Crockery with Floral Design

28/3/2023

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Some lovely pieces of China, with a floral design were displayed at our March gathering.  A nice coffee mug was found in the back of the cupboard.  Lovely old Royal Winton Tea Pot. A co/shop find - a large wisteria covered vase, and Grandmothers’ Tea Caddies.  It was a chance to unpack and once again look at other Treasures.   Wonderful trinket boxes, Royal Albert beautifully decorated with violets and others with roses, inspired by old English Gardens.   A range of lovely decorated small dishes and a wall plate.   Some hand painted plates and pretty little jugs, one being Royal Tokyo.

The theme for April’s session is toys, old or new.
Dorothy Webber
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February - 'Recipe Books'

24/2/2023

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'Recipe Books' were the theme for our February meeting.  And, such a collection there was!  Most were old with many previously belonging to grandmothers and mothers.
 
Amongst the books were a favourite – the PWMU cook book - with a very old edition, copies of the 1975 edition where the quantities had been converted to metric and a rather new edition to replace a worn out copy.
 
Books from school years also featured including Emily McPherson editions and those from local school fundraisers; as well as others compiled as various fundraisers.  There were two copies, one old and one relatively new, of Mrs Beeton’s Good House Keeping Book – do you fancy a serve of minced cod liver?
 
The old grandmother’s recipe book was over 100 years old, with hand written and printed recipes also included.  “Hold your man with a wooden spoon and a rotary beater” or, “The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach”.  Another family had compiled and bound family favourite recipes in large print for their mother who was finding it difficult to see.
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​Only problem – with all those recipes, nobody thought to bring anything to have with our cuppa!
 
The next meeting on 6th March has the theme ‘China items featuring flowers’.
 
Janet Gourley
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At our first gathering on February 6 - 'Recipes'

29/1/2023

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​The first get together for 2023 will be at 10.00am on Monday, 6th February.

​Following on from the success of “Books” at our meeting last October, the theme will
be recipe books - be they old or favourites; or, even just a single recipe.

We look forward to you joining our fun group.

Janet Gourley
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November - Jewellery

27/11/2022

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Jewellery was the theme for our November gathering and such a collection there was!  There were many brooches in all shapes, sizes and themes – animals, birds, flowers, geometric, Christmas etc. There were matching sets of necklaces, brooches, rings and earrings. One beautiful set was a symmetrical setting of Burmese jade and pearls.
 
Watches also featured; some inherited and others as 21st birthday presents (long ago!). There were two Rolex watches from the 1930’s and a 1920’s pocket watch with the keys for winding still attached.
 
Necklaces included a locket with a picture of a loved one inside, a cross; and, a long and pretty carved jade-like one. There were also rings some featuring opals.
 
Our next gathering with be at 10.00am on 6th February 2023 - please bring along to the first session one or two of your favourite items and be prepared to show and tell.

A theme to come during the year will be recipe books - old ones and favourites.  Also, old individual inherited recipes that remain family favourites. 
 
We would welcome more participants in our group.  We are not serious antique collectors; just a happy group of people reminiscing on a theme
Janet Gourley
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October - 'A collection of books brought in by members'

23/10/2022

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It was an engrossing time at our meeting on October 3rd discussing a collection of books brought in by members.  It was noted that many of the older books did not have the date of publication recorded and we often identified their age by the names/gift inscriptions inside.
 
School: - Junior one-act plays performed at Speech Nights; Nelson's Highroads Dictionary from about 1925 and used subsequently by two other family members; 50th School Reunion from Our Ladies College, Heidelberg
 
Craft: – many publications related to spinning and dying methods; “The Art of Annemeike Mein” a beautifully illustrated book of her work
 
Home/Cookery: - Mrs Beeton’s Cookbook 1923; Martha Gardener’s Book of Household Hints (featured on radio and TV); CWA Handy Hints; trees and shrubs
 
Biographies: Kidman – the Forgotten King; Nothing Over Half a Crown – re founder of G. J. Coles
 
Bibles: 1953 issue given to British School Children on the occasion of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II; a Bible with a Mother of Pearl Cover given as a wedding present; another from 1926 on becoming a member of the Box Hill Masonic Lodge
 
Novels: - Seven Little Australians (about 1912 Ethel Turner); Time Machine (H. G. Wells); The Prophecies of Nostradamus; The Tower Rooms (about 1926 Mary Grant Bruce); Arthur Conan Doyle
 
Poetry/Other: Robbie Burns poetry with a tartan cover; 1870 A Casquet of Gems; 1956 Melbourne Olympics picture book; Cotswolds Berkshire 1859  - The Scouring of the White Horse
 
Children: Black Beauty (Anna Sewell – gift from grandparents); Winnie the Pooh (a beautiful and much loved pop-up book); The Black Lamb (Elisabeth Macintyre – Leicester saves his white lamb sister Mollie from the dingoes’ camp)
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The next meeting is on 7th November at 10.00am.  The theme is Jewellery.
 
Janet Gourley
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September--Commemorating special events and experiences

30/9/2022

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In September, we commemorated special events and experiences with quite a collection of items discussed.

There was a picture from 1995 of a winning horse at the Corowa Races.  This was the first time that the horse had been raced but unfortunately the last as it later suffered an injury and was then used for breeding purposes.  The owner was also a keen poultry breeder and had numerous ribbons from showing the breed “Silver Spaniel Hamburg”; such handsome birds.  And finally, a number of prize certificates won at the Benalla and Wangaratta Shows for crafts/handwork and cooking scones and cakes.

One attendee had a croquet trophy from 2003 awarded as the runner up at a tournament held in Euroa.  The same person won first prize in 2006 at the Joan Rowan Croquet Day; this tournament is still being held annually at the Benalla Croquet Club.

A proud Grandmother showed a photo of her granddaughter and the Australian Police Force medal she was recently awarded for her work with the AFP.

There were three books received as prizes; two for achievements in Grade 6 in 1958 and a later Sunday School prize. 

​Several commemorative china plates were also displayed.  A plate from 1985-1986 from the appearance of Hailey’s Comet (next due about 2061); a blue and white Spode plate in the form of a calendar for the year 2000 celebrating the new millennium and, a plate featuring the University of New South Wales which was attended by the owner.

There were two china mugs.  The first, celebrating the 60th birthday of HRH Prince Charles, the Prince of Wales.  The other, celebrating the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 2022.
​How quickly things can change.  We met on 5th September and three days later, Her Majesty passed away, HRH Prince Charles became King Charles III and Prince William is to become the next Prince of Wales.

For our next meeting on Monday 3rd October at 10am the topic is Books, whether they be very old, of special interest or a favourite.  All welcome.
Janet Gourley
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On 5th September... 'Let's commemorate'!

28/8/2022

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At our meeting on 5th September, let’s commemorate!  Have you won a sports trophy?  Maybe you have celebrated a school or church anniversary or some other personal or public event of significance!  New members welcome.
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Janet Gourley
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July - 'Drinking Vessels'

8/7/2022

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Although the number attending was small, a pleasant time was had discussing the history of the drinking vessels presented.
 
There were samples of crystal glasses with one collection being built up from a set of wine glasses received as an engagement present.  A similar set of crystal glasses were collected “just because”.  A lovely wine glass with etched decorations was much admired.
 
A number of mugs were shown including two depicting the Richmond Football Club (and an insulated mug).  One the two was a souvenir from a wedding reception that involved a trip on Puffing Billy to the packing shed at Nobelious where the reception was held
 
There were three commemorative mugs: one issued by Legacy to celebrate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953; a miniature double-handled love cup issued for Queen Elizabeth’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012; and a mug to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VIII on 12th May 1937.  However the coronation never took place!  Although he ascended to the throne on 20th January 1936 and coronation preparations were well under way, he abdicated on 11th December 1936 to marry divorcee Mrs Wallis Simpson.
 
There was a mug from the “old” Benalla East Primary school No. 2256 and, a cup and saucer hand painted years ago by an elderly lady at the Benalla Hospital Day Care Centre.  A lovely shaped hand painted coffee mug was also admired.
There will be no meeting in August.  At the meeting on 5th September, let’s commemorate!  Have you won a sports trophy?  Maybe you have celebrated a school or church anniversary or some other personal or public event of significance!
 
 
 
Janet Gourley
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June - 'Salt and pepper shakers and cruet sets'

30/6/2022

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The theme for our June gathering was salt and pepper shakers and cruet sets; a variety of interesting items were shown and discussed. 

A cat lover had four salt and pepper sets featuring cats – all were gifts received at a work Kris Kringle.  There was a set of salt and pepper shakers in the shape of baby deer that were won on the spinning wheel at the Benalla show many, many years ago.

Many will remember the traditional cut glass cruet sets from years ago.  One set had salt and pepper shakers and a mustard pot; there was another similar set that also included two small bottles for vinegar.  Silver salt and pepper shakers were shown along with a salt cellar with a tiny spoon.

At our meeting on the Monday 4th July, we will be looking for “drinking vessels”; maybe glasses, mugs, tankards, steins etc.  We look forward to you joining our group on that date at 10.00am.

Janet Gourley
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May - 'Embroidered Items'

29/5/2022

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​There was a wonderful collection of embroidered items on show at the May meeting of Collectors.  Items ranged from Grade 3 & 4 needlework to articles stitched by much older ladies.  There were needle cases, pin cushions, doileys, tray mats, dressing table sets, supper cloths, table cloths, an item of Hardanger, beaded work; and, embroidered pictures.  Do you remember that padded tea cosies that had an embroidered outer cover?  There were even several of those.
 
The main theme of the work was floral but there were crinoline ladies of old and two identical table cloths stitched in the blue Willow pattern; similarly, a tea towel with fine Willow pattern and a drawn thread edge.
For the meeting on June 6th, the theme is salt and pepper shakers, cruet sets and other containers for condiments.  We would welcome you to join us at 10.00am on that day.
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Janet Gourley
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April - 'Keyrings and Magnets'

29/4/2022

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A collection of keyrings and magnets were presented at the April meeting.  It seems that the group had no trouble in putting together their collections as shown in the photos.
 
There were mementos from cruise ships, places visited both locally and overseas and from favourite stage shows. 

​Some had special meanings such as the magnet with the red poppy and bearing the inscription “In Flanders fields the poppies grow”.  This poem was written in 1915 by John McCrae, a Canadian officer and physician in the Ypres area in Belgium, and read by him at the funeral service for his friend Alexis Helmer killed on active service.  The poem helped to popularise the red poppy as an ongoing symbol of remembrance for those killed in service.

The group next meets at 10.00am on Monday 2nd May when the theme will be embroidered articles. These may be old items or something you have made yourself.  All welcome.
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Janet Gourley for Dorothy Webber
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March - 'An eclectic assortment of treasures...'

23/3/2022

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The Collectors group met on Monday, 7th March when the theme for the day was something very treasured and/or very old.  An eclectic assortment of treasures was discussed including a hand woven tartan scarf made at school; an egg slicer and apple corer.  There was a china elephant with a bowl attached to its back and dolls brought out from the UK when the family migrated to Australia.

Amongst the war memorabilia was a brass bell brought back from Egypt; some war medals from the UK, an ID tag and the band off a sailor’s hat from the HM Minesweeper.

Jewellery included a beautiful chain and locket, a fob watch and a very old Rolex watch in its original box.  There were two sweet little china bowls in a basket weave design.

The group next meets on Monday, 4th April at 10.00am when the theme will be key rings and magnets - there are sure to be plenty of those around.

​All are welcome to attend this fun group.
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Janet Gourley for Dorothy Webber.
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    Collectors

    If you enjoy wandering around antique and secondhand stalls, you will enjoy the Collectors' group.  

    It's a 'show and tell' format and it's so interesting to hear stories of special items.  They don't all have to be family heirlooms, they can be recent purchases from opp shops.

    Convenor

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    Dorothy Webber
    ​0412 263 071
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    Janet Gourley,  Collectors' Newsletter Correspondent/
    ​Photographer 

    Meeting Times

    2nd Tuesday 2 - 4 pm 
    U3A Meeting Room 1

    Topic List

    Collectors Topic List from February 2016 - November 2023  - prior to 2024 Break


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    'Asian Porcelain And Pottery'
    'Baby/Child Photos'
    'Bags'
    'Blue And White'
    'Books'
    'Brooches'
    'Buttons'
    'Carlton Ware'
    'Carl Wantrup'
    Childhood Photographs
    'China'
    'China And Glass
    'China With A Floral Design'
    'Christmas'
    'Commemorations'
    Course Description
    'Cruet Sets'
    'Dinner Sets'
    Dookie
    Dookie Doll Museum
    Dookie Excursion
    'Drinking Vessels'
    'Embroidered Items'
    'Favourite Items'
    'From The Shed'
    Graydon Johnston
    'Jewellery'
    'Jugs'
    'Keyrings And Magnets'
    'Kitchenalia'
    'Linen'
    'Music Boxes & More'
    'Recipe Books'
    'Remembering Collector Jim Casey'
    'Salt And Pepper Shakers'
    'Scarves'
    'Serviette Rings'
    'Something Small'
    'Something Treasured'
    'Something Very Old'
    'Sugar Bowls'
    'Tableware'
    'Tatong Jumble Sale
    'Tatong Jumble Sale'
    'Tea Pots'
    'Teapots'
    'Tea Related Memorabilia'
    'Tea Towels'
    The Chateau
    'Toys'
    'Treasured Items'
    'Valuation Session'
    W B Gadd
    'Weddings'
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