Doll's bonnet

This bonnet was worn by a doll given to Angela Esson née Petrie-Jones when she was about 2 years old. It was intended as a gift to comfort her while her father served overseas during World War II. 

The doll's clothing were all hand-made by Angela's mother and grandmother. They carefully crafted the doll’s wardrobe while sharing a house during the war. All of the clothes were made from recycled materials, wool remnants or handkerchief linen.