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Busselton Historical Society > Records

Sleeve Board Collection

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Laundry Equipment

Overview

a single wooden "paddle-like" shape

Historical information

The sleeve board is double sided with a slender, tapered side for narrow items and a blunt side ideal for larger pieces and 'quick touch' clothes ironing jobs.
Board is made of timber heavy duty construction and will have a smooth-fit padded covers. Used for tailoring sewing and general home pressing.
Designed for pressing items with small end openings such as sleeves, pants, ties and children's wear.

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Details

Registration number

cwa-org-124-2025.146

Item type

Household Items

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Material

Keywords

Laundry Equipment

Primary significance criteria

Social or spiritual significance

Last modified

Thursday, 5 June, 2025

Busselton Historical Society

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