Weldons paper patterns for our troops, WW1
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Weldons paper patterns for our troops, WW1
Page of items that could be made from Weldons paper patterns for soldiers during the First World War. Garments include night shirts, a bed jacket and a flannel helmet in a balaclava style. Date: c. 1915
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Balaclava Booklet Booklets Comforts Effort Flannel Garments Handmade Headwear Helmets Items Needlework Nightwear Patterns Sewing Shirt Shirts Weldons
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This evocative image from the early years of the First World War showcases a selection of items that could be handmade using Weldon's paper patterns, providing comfort and essentials for soldiers far from home. Dated around 1915, the photograph features a page from a Weldon's paper pattern booklet, displaying an array of garments and headwear that were crucial for the soldiers' wellbeing. The list includes night shirts, designed to offer a comfortable and breathable alternative to heavy uniforms during sleep. A bed jacket, a loose, quilted robe, was another essential item, providing warmth and insulation in the cold and drafty trenches. The flannel helmet in a balaclava style, a rare and innovative design for the time, would have offered both protection and insulation for the head and neck. The act of creating these items through needlework and sewing became an important part of the war effort, with women and communities across the United Kingdom and beyond contributing to the cause. The handmade garments and headwear not only provided practical benefits but also served as a symbol of support and solidarity for the soldiers. The use of Weldon's paper patterns facilitated the mass production of these items, allowing for a more efficient and organized response to the soldiers' needs. This photograph stands as a testament to the ingenuity, resourcefulness, and compassion of those who contributed to the war effort during this pivotal moment in history.
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