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Newspaper
Winchester News
Location
Winchester, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1908
Page
4
A compact guide describes a hatpin cushion made from compadour ribbons with vallace and tied with baby ribbon, plus a matching needlebook in a primrose ribbon design. It suggests these small travel gifts suit both men and women and appeals to the practical gift market for travelers.
One piece of cotton wadding. One yard of Dresden ribbon. Yard and half valenciennes lace. Quarter yard taffeta silk. Two yards baby ribbon.
Instructions describe a three piece coarse linen suitcase set including a shirt envelope, a collar bag with a circular pasteboard bottom, and an oil silk lined linen bag for sponges. It also details making a baby slumber stripe with silkoline ribbons and needlework, crocheted shells, feather stitching, and a stained glass design pillow. plus an apron workbag inspired by czar era embroidery.
Instructions describe cutting two yards of india linen or three yards of silk or pongee plus five yards of inch wide ribbon and embroidery silks. Create a bag from two thirds of the fabric with a tuck along the two thirds mark, hem the edges, and fold to form the bag and apron. Embroider the bag face and add initials. Finish by threading ribbons through the bag and waist to draw up.
A design by A. A. Houghton details a four part folding core to mold circular 15 inch diameter culverts. The device uses hinged circular segments and folding braces to create a removable core, producing stronger arches and easier removal after the concrete sets.
A gift idea for new mothers, a basket safety pin holder serves as a practical accessory for baby care. The item combines utility with sentimental value, appealing to families seeking compact, handy nursery用品.
The text highlights a Christmas gift trend featuring Mission style pillows with a stained glass motif. It notes rising demand for Mission design in furniture and presents an effective pillow design that aligns with this popular style.
A historical item listing fabrics and threads including a three-quarter yard of brown material two skeins each of yellow red blue and green embroidery silk and two yards of cord, cataloged as craft supplies.
Quaint and pretty Becky Sharp needlebooks are crafted from two five inch circles of board covered in perfumed cotton and silk or satin. They are joined by a silk cord bound around the edges, a narrow ribbon bow, pinked flannel leaves for needles, and lace edged doilies sewn to the outer covers for a dainty, useful workbox addition.
A Boston themed offer presents individual pottery bean pots with covers. These table novelties are pretty enough to decorate a library shelf or dining room.
Secretary of Agriculture Wilson reports poultry products produced in the United States last year valued at 600 million dollars, surpassing the wheat crop by 100 million. The figures highlight poultry as a major agricultural commodity.
Experienced machinists emphasize placing the hair inside when putting up leather belting to prevent sticking to the wheel and to extend wear. The practice aims to improve belt longevity and performance in wheel-driven systems.
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