Like the Victorian parlour this small bedroom is also furnished in the period of the 1890’s. It has a small iron bedstead with brass rails, a large wardrobe and a dressing table. On the bed there is linen of the period, a child's christening shawl and a bowler hat.

The bowler hat is a symbol of the foreman; Most foremen in Scotland wore a bowler hat as a sign of their position.

On the bedrail there is a certificate for a grave in the Gaelic Chapel in Oakshaw Street, Paisley dated 8th. August 1814. Information we have says that it was not until 1830 that anyone was buried in the churchyard grave. This was not unusual however, as the lair was usually purchased as and when the family could afford it. In those days a decent burial was very important and as it was very expensive it would be something the family would plan well in advance.

The certificate is on the headboard because the last person to fill the grave would keep the certificate above their bed to make sure their family knew where they were to be buried when they died.

On the bedside table there is a ewer and basin.

On the dressing table are hair combs, curling tongs etc..

“ The Sma' Shot Cottages are open to the public every Wednesday and Saturday during the months from April to September”

- You will be made most welcome when you come to visit, and Entry is Free

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