COCONUT SHEET

The Coconut Sheet, or Coconut Shy, is a staple of the English country fair – in the 19th century, a coconut was an exotic and special prize. Carters Steam Fair used to have a tenant who travelled a shy and swingboats, and when he left Seth Carter decided to design and build his own Coconut Sheet. The hanging sign at the back is made of canvas, with the letters appliquéd in the traditional style.