I found this picture on the site in the colliery village but not a clear
enough picture of the utensil used. Most of the times they represent at
beamish tended to be during the 19th century and forward I think, so maybe
that would make a difference.
Also I would think that people from around the globe moving to other
countries would use and have someone make something more familiar to them
than to use the 'same' looking item.
We look at all the fantastic shapes of bobbins used around the world so I
doubt that proggy tools would all be the same either.
I think I might ask if beamish have a photo of theirs:-) Will let you know
if they reply.
Mark, may I forward the link to your photo please so they can compare?
http://freespace.virgin.net/l.carter/bmshtour.html
Sue T, Dorset UK
Sue wrote:
<I wonder if beamish museum in the north of england would have any similar
shaped old tool for making these mats,>
What a good idea.
Contact details for all their departments are on:
http://www.beamish.org.uk/visitor-contact.html
Jean in Poole, Dorset, UK
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