Quilt No.292JU - Joyce Uray<br />oyce Uray
Owner:
Joyce Uray<br />oyce Uray
Location:
SA
Maker
Maker:
Unknown
Made in
Unknown
Date:
Unknown
Description:
Patchwork quilt made from darned cardigan sleeves in green, grey, cream and black [wool] stitched to a top layer with a blue wool running stitch. No padding. Backing is a green and cream bedspread.
History:
Maker and place of making unknown. Found in an op shop. Owned by Joyce Uray.
Story:
Called a 'wagga' by the owner. It was found in an op-shop box for animal blankets.
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