Lucille Hefford spins wool on this family wheel from Quebec

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Lucille Hefford spins wool on this family wheel from Quebec

Date7/4/1972

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Ross, Fred (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: Lucille Hefford spins wool on this family wheel from Quebec. The spinning project led to an interest in weaving and five years ago; Mrs. Hefford bought a loom. Today with the help and interest of her three children; she spins and weaves to make clothing; wall hangings and placements.

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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0019611F

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