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Newspaper
Lompoc Record
Location
Lompoc, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1969
Page
5
Readers can learn basic embroidery stitches and cross stitch art through the new Needlework Album fall issue. It highlights wall hangings aprons towels and rugs plus cross stitch motifs like religious portraits and framed prayers. Patterns cover knitting crocheting and quilting with gift ideas such as tree skirts Santa sock dolls and toddler wear.
Dear Polly readers share quick repairs for worn elastic on husbands’ jockey shorts. One method uses 12 inch underwear elastic stitched taut with zigzag or tight running stitches, trimming worn edges first. Another method threads elastic through slits cut in the old band and stitches around, creating a snug fit for extra wear.
Question from Mrs G C H asks how to remove insects from freshly-cut flowers before bringing them indoors. The column advises practical steps and safe methods to clean blooms while preserving their appearance and scent.
Mrs E F M shares a simple storage trick using two wall hooks and a chain to suspend a hand powered mower upright in the garage. The tip frees space and reduces clutter for small rooms and busy households. A second tip suggests a bathrim bar aids balance for frail individuals and a baking soda rinse refreshes odor from ice cube trays.
Harried hosts seek new canapes and find deviled sardine bites served hot. Canned sardines rolled in mustard and breadcrumbs and broiled originate with Lucien Toucas, former executive chef for New York's Hotel Astor.
Recipe steps describe preparing sardines with mustard and lemon juice, coating in bread crumbs, broiling, and serving on lemon wedges with water cress or parsley on toast wedges.
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