Made by mothers to shield small heads from the hot Australian sun, these sun bonnet patterns were issued in the spring and summer months in time for the summer season - and this included holidays in January. Each sun bonnet was adorned with frills and flounces and offered a broad brim for shade; some had a generous neck curtain for extra protection. Absolutely gorgeous children's wear!
Patterns included in the set:
Pattern 887: Girl's Sun Bonnet, 1886
Pattern 1061: Child's Sun Bonnet, 1888
Pattern 1481: Child's Dutch Bonnet, 1893
Pattern 1566: Child's Sun Bonnet, 1893
Pattern 2017: Girl's & Lady's Sun Bonnet, 1897
Pattern 3380: Girl's Sun Bonnet, 1909