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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1950
Page
3
The predominance of short evening gowns appears in many designer resort and spring collections with long gowns largely absent. Strapless, V necks, and varied fabrics from chiffon to satin define dozens of twists. Skirts drape for motion while color remains modest beyond white and pale pink.
A kitchen tip notes to chill a rich rolled cookie dough thoroughly in the refrigerator. Work in small portions by spooning off tiny amounts to roll and cut.
A vintage guidance note touts cellophane tape as a simple aid for sewing. It describes taping patterns to fabric to prevent shifting during cutting, mending torn patterns, and anchoring appliques and trims. Tape removes the need for pins, helps keep hems even, and tidies work baskets.
A home decor column suggests using all purpose dye to revive worn bedspreads and draperies. The piece explains dyeing in a washing machine with hot water and a small amount of dye, then recommends slip covers for chairs and tailored fabrics to fit personal taste. It emphasizes personalized, stylish living rooms reflecting family tastes.
Instructions describe making lapel pins from ripe cleaners shaped for a head and body arms legs and skirt. Color tinting and twisting shapes precede attaching a small pin to the back for wearing.
Embroidery how to use bugle beads wool or metallic thread patterns 7487 with transfer sizes 12 14 16 18 states. Improved pattern-visuals charts photos and directions. Send twenty cents for this pattern to The Trey Record New York plus catalog offers fifteen cents for the Alice Brooks Needlework Catalog. Also a gelatin salad recipe using red skinned apples and celery tips.
Designers draw on Oriental silhouettes from kimono to jade sari inspired outfits with batiks Indian prints and silks. Sally Victor introduces a jade green sari turban while others adopt Eastern motifs in dresses coats and accessories reflecting a growing global style influence.
The piece urges immediate and heartfelt thank you notes after gifts. It praises thoughtful, well considered presents and warns that delays hurt the giver. It shares anecdotes of aunt and niece dynamics to illustrate the value of timely gratitude and personal expression.
Reader letters offer guidance on selecting flattering silhouettes and colors for spring wardrobes. Suggestions include choosing fabrics like lightweight taffeta for an evening skirt, coordinating bridesmaid and attendant colors, and matching dress lengths to wedding timing and setting.
Dr Ernest G Osborne reflects on Bill Brown and Nancy Conover families hosting their teens friends. Parents’ charm and stories draw youths away from their offspring, risking crowding and hindering social growth. Parents should avoid monopolizing teens time to allow healthier adolescent adjustment.
A quirky essay discusses what makes a wife a good traveling companion for business trips. It outlines traits like tolerance, adaptability, avoiding money gripes, accepting plans, avoiding nagging, and enjoying group activities while supporting her husband’s schedule. It emphasizes ease of getting along and readiness for any activity.
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