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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1947
Page
6
Betta Haley explains that small DIY scatter rugs made from old clothing and cotton yarns can refresh bedrooms porches and playrooms at minimal cost. Using standard sewing machines with various winding techniques, crafters create tufted woven and fringe edged rugs backed by burlap or heavy fabrics for durability and easy laundering.
The traditional hooked rug pattern is described in two colors with black yarn outlining center motifs. It features a dark outer border and a lighter oval center with a conventional design in gay colors. The pattern may be worked from a transfer design and suits almost any room decor.
A fashion axiom links longer skirts with higher heels this season with a trend toward luxurious looks. Straps fashion dominates, creating an almost face like arrangement on footwear and outfits.
The piece contrasts pointed bustle shapes with past styles and notes navy blue dominates the season. It highlights American prints in pure silks for warm weather, bold hats with open crowns, white and natural straw colors, and the return of dressy bolero jackets with braided decor for home sewers.
Entertainment notes reveal Milton Berle concentrates on a successful NBC radio program and raising two million dollars for charity by year end, having already earned a quarter of the goal while touring with his troupe. He plans a summer NBC renewal and charity drives for the Milton Berle Foundation and the National Children's Cardiac Home.
Classic guide to preserving ripe strawberries with marmalade jam and jelly options. Includes Strawberry Marmalade with citrus, Strawberry Rhubarb Jelly, and Old Favorite Strawberry Jam, detailing fruit prep, sugar, pectin, boiling times, and canning steps. Uses precise measures for 12 six ounce glasses and other yields.
Recipes feature creamed chicken and mushrooms in croustade, green beans, potato chips, avocado grapefruit salad, and strawberry desserts. Includes strawberry jam, strawberry pineapple jam, strawberry ice, strawberry sherbet, strawberry ice cream, and strawberry sea cream with instructions and freezing tips. Released by Western Newspaper Union.
To dry lettuce after washing place in a small cloth bag and shake it thoroughly The bag absorbs water without bruising leaves To assure even browning of pancakes on the griddle rub with a small bag of salt This eliminates smoking and simplifies cleaning as well
Do not simmer soups with herbs for long. add herbs shortly before serving to preserve flavor. Use neatly fitting pots and pans to maximize heat. Do not remove liquid grease from floors. apply ice water to spots and scrape fat away with a knife.
Pushing a child in a carriage is an outdoor rest but not a real nap. Turn saucepan handles to the back to keep them out of reach. Ironed shirts should have space between them, especially in warm damp weather. Store felt hats in a dry place covered with paper. Dampness may cause mil dew. Curtain guidance advises lengths to cover window bases or floor and to gauge shrinkage for neat presentation.
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