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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1913
Page
7
A fashion feature discusses dress styles with emphasis on tone gowns from French designers and modern adaptations in the U S. It highlights three piece outfits, cutaway coats, velvet trims, and versatile fabrics like silk, brocade and tweed. Details cover patterns, color palettes, accessories, and homemaking tips for reproducing trends at home.
The feature outlines lace vests and cross stitch embroidery as stylish accessories with varied colors and trims. It notes hand embroidery as a favored embellishment and mentions coordinating pieces, prices, and fabric choices for tailored outfits.
Advice on washing cross stitch embroidery warns against strong laundry soaps on white or colored pieces. Use a suds of pure white soap and lukewarm water with a touch of gasoline, rub gently to remove spots, rinse, press, and roll in a heavy towel to absorb moisture without folding the embroidery.
Instructions on laundering embroidered items advise mixing two parts alcohol with one part water to wash white silk embroidery to prevent yellowing. Place a cloth between fabric and iron to avoid scorching. Wash colored embroideries in warm water only.
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