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Newspaper
Lompoc Record
Location
Lompoc, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1969
Page
5
The fashion scene highlights shorter hemlines with pants abbrivating above the knee, see through fabrics, and pleated skirts. Soft colors like water green and pink sand define a gentle mood while new stocking and pantyhose designs promise smooth lines and modern coverage for varied outfits.
The article urges readers to sew their own swimsuits using new fabrics and patterns. It covers fabric choices from Dacron knits to nylon tricot, pattern adaptation, and notions that resist sun and salt. Sewists should test fit with bends and stretches and use overedge or zigzag seams for elasticity.
Dear Polly I need a safe method to remove a decal from my rear plastic car window without scratching or leaving marks. I tried soaps detergents and ammonia with no success and the window scratches easily. Linda asks for reader tips.
Dear Polly shares methods for washing Dacron curtains folding and rinsing with mild detergent. Polly advises using a clothes wringer and Turkish towel to dry and avoid pressing. Kitty describes a pink tool-hiding trick and a DIY night stand from an old stool and sheet. He offers a money-making idea for readers to send in tips.
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