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Hints for Homemakers i
By Barbara Jones, H. D. Agent -
Beginning'-this week, I intend to git at the typewriter and put out 4 column containing hints and suggestions ; which may be helpful to you as you perform your duties . as homemakers. If you would like information on a subject, please let me know and I will .be .glad to see what help I can flnd/or your houses hold problem.'1 Todays hints deal with wool clothing. Wool garments will last and stay neat and attractive I longer if proper care is taken j of the garrjt£*it8. By following! a few suggestions, perhaps you can extend the life of your wool clothing. Hang the garment on a well shaped hanger so the contour falls into place, and so it; hangs free to avoid wrinkling; Air woolens frequently to make the fabric have a new, fresh look. Dust particles should be brushed away often. Schedule the wearing of a garment so there is at least 24 hours between wearings to allow the fabric to re* turn to its original shape, j Some wool materials arei washable, but others must be drycleaned. Whicheve r method applies to your garments, be sure that cleaning is done before the clothes become too badly soiled. Steam is necessary when pressing wool garments, and a press cloth must always be used. A steam iron is the easiest way of getting the steam, but be sure to set iron control to the wool setting. Moisture should be supplied to the press cloth, never directly to the garment. Wool should always be pressed, never ironed. To press, use the iron in a lifting and lowering motion, and use a light touch. Check for loose buttons or fasteners and replace as needed. Darn or patch holes and stitch rips as soon as possible.
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