Baldwins Collection

Baldwins knitting leaflet, WW1
Knitted Comforts for Men on Land and Sea - front cover of a booklet published by J & J Baldwin s, yarn manufacturers of Halifax

Steel Furnace
16th August 1952: Liquid metal spraying out of the furnace at Thomas and Baldwins steel works in Ebbw Vale, Wales. Original Publication: Picture Post - 6005 - Steel Town - pub

Epping Forest, Essex, viewed from Baldwin's Hill - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Balaclava and sleeping cap knitting patterns, WW1
Patterns from a plain helmet or balaclava cap (top) and a sleeping cap taken from a Great War era Baldwins knitting booklet with instructions for knitting various comforts for soldiers at the front

Advert for Patons and Baldwin's tapestry wools, with a lady admiring her work Date: 1920s

Wartime P & B Knitting Wools Advert
A wartime advertisement promoting P & B knitting wools, the photograph portrays a young woman showing off her striped cardigan. You can knit it from odd ounces and save precious coupons

Baldwin's Works, Port Talbot, Wales
Baldwins Iron and Steelworks, Port Talbot, Wales Date: circa 1920s

Baldwin's End, Eton Date: 1899

Curtiss Wind Wagon - Glenn Curtiss and Thomas Scott Baldwin
Glenn Curtiss sat in one of his Wind Wagons with Thomas Scott Baldwin. Curtiss wind wgons and ice-boats were used by Thomas Scott Baldwin ( Captain Baldwin, no relation to the A.E.A.s F. W)

Curtiss Wind Wagon with Glenn Curtiss
Glenn Curtiss sat in one of his Wind Wagons, used by Thomas Scott Baldwin ( Captain Baldwin, no relation to the A.E.A.s F. W)

Welwyn Hatfield AL7 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Welwyn Hatfield AL7 2

Mittens and body belt, WW1 knitting, comforts for troops
Patterns for mittens and a body belt (designed to keep the midriff warm), two items of clothing which could be knitted for soldiers at the front featured in a Great War era knitting booklet published

Helmet with cape pieces by Marjory Tillotson, WW1 knitting
Pattern from a Baldwins knitting booklet during the First World War for a wool helmet with cape pieces to protect the neck and chest designed by the leading knitting expert

Knitted helmet, WW1 knitting, comforts for soldiers
Photograph and pattern written by Marjory Tillotson for Baldwins yarn manufacturers, to make a knitted helmet with cap pieces - one of numerous comforts for soldiers suggested during the First World

Baldwins knitting leaflet, WW1, winter at the front
Field & Hospital Comforts in Knitting and Crochet. Great War knitting booklet published by J & J Baldwins of Halifax featuring two British soldiers in a snowy trench on the Western Front

Health Foods
17th June 1970: Baldwinss heath shop a collection of 600 dried herbs and spices. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

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"Baldwins: Weaving a Tapestry of History and Innovation" Step back in time with Baldwins, a name that resonates with knitting enthusiasts and history buffs alike. From their iconic knitting leaflets during World War I to their steel furnace operations, Baldwin's has left an indelible mark on various industries. In the 1920s, Patons and Baldwin's tapestry wools captured the imagination of crafters everywhere. An enchanting advert depicted a lady admiring her intricate work, showcasing the artistry that could be achieved using these high-quality materials. During wartime, P & B Knitting Wools became synonymous with comfort for troops. Advertisements showcased patterns for balaclavas, sleeping caps, mittens, body belts - all knitted with love to provide warmth and solace amidst chaos. These practical yet heartfelt creations were essential in supporting soldiers on the frontlines. But Baldwins' influence extended beyond textiles. In Port Talbot, Wales stood Baldwin's Works - a symbol of industrial prowess and innovation. This steel furnace was at the heart of economic growth and provided employment opportunities for countless individuals. Nature also played its part in shaping Baldwins' legacy. Epping Forest in Essex offered breathtaking views from Baldwin's Hill – a vantage point where one could marvel at nature's beauty while contemplating life's wonders. Baldwin's End in Eton added another layer to their story – an intriguing destination shrouded in mystery and charm. What secrets lie within this enigmatic place? Only those who venture there can truly uncover its hidden treasures. And let us not forget aviation pioneers Glenn Curtiss and Thomas Scott Baldwin whose collaboration birthed the Curtiss Wind Wagon – an invention that revolutionized transportation forever. Their partnership exemplifies Baldwins' commitment to pushing boundaries and embracing new horizons. Through it all, it has woven together threads of creativity, resilience, and progress.