Stencil Work on Fabrics Delicate Borders Described
A magazine page explains stencil techniques for fabrics like crepe de chine chiffon elk muslin voile and linen. Stretch material over blotting paper fasten stencil with tacks and paint through onto the fabric. A nasturtium border for a scarf with pale yellow flowers and pale green leaves is outlined.
Home Decorator Advice on Curtain Materials and Embellishments
Practical guide discusses selecting curtain fabrics and edging for a portiere, detailing fabric types, edging costs, and weaving options. It covers shade matching with olive tones, heading sizes, hand sewing tips, and securing hardware, plus suggestions for borders and color harmony with woodwork.
Cement That Sticks RE Tames Surfaces Forever
A formula outlines a clear gum arabic cement using gum arabic starch sugar and water. The mixture is heated dipped in water until clear and thick enough to coat glazed surfaces rocks and minerals without spoiling. Camphor oil cassia or cloves preserve it.
Sneeze Wood Tree Noted For Bitter Resin And Insect Defense
The Sneeze Wood Tree Natal yields wood that irritates eyes and causes sneezing when sawed due to its fire powder. Workers sneeze violently during planing. Despite the odd trait, the wood lasts long as it repels insects and birds because of its extreme bitterness. A naturalist’s explanation would explore links between bitterness and sneeze properties. The note mentions South Africa.
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Renovating shabby leather with egg white and beeswax
Instructions suggest reviving worn leather bags by rubbing with egg white and then polishing with beeswax and turpentine. A clean cloth is used to buff the surface for a renewed shine.
Parts of the body French lesson and dialogue
A reading and exercise segment presents body parts in French with pronunciation hints and a dialogue at a doctor’s office. It includes illness phrases such as jai mal a la tete and jai mal au coeur, plus notes on verbs like soigner and practice prompts for pupils.
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