Footy - Tea Towel

$30.00

Invented in Melbourne in the 1850s, Australian Rules was codified in 1858, and has since been woven into the fabric of Australian society.

One of it’s founders, Tom Wills advocated Australian Rules as a way of keeping cricketers fit during winter off-season.

The inspiration for Australian Rules are unclear with suggestions the game was inspired by the Aboriginal game of Marngrook which involved kicking a possum skin filled with charcoal.

. Hand screen printed
. 75% Linen, 25% cotton
. 50cm x 70 cm
. Wash warm on gentle cycle
. Handmade in Australia

This design is also available in a porcelain plate and magnet.

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