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    by hand. Tears, holes, ancl thin places in
aprons, dresses, overalls, trousers, outer ·
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W" and washcloths can be quickly mended or
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youd corner. Steam and press open.
Be very careful when steaming fabrics
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crochet hook into space trayed edge with inercer—
made by pulled threads. ized thread hut do not cut
thread ends.
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When pin stripes wear oft at knees or seats of trousers or
elbows of coats, replace them by machine. The material
is usually worn, too, so it’s a good idea to reinforce under- .
side with matching rayon lining.
Pin lining in place. Thread bobbin of machine with col-
ored thread to match pin stripe; use a spool of thread that
matches the suiting for top stitching. Tighten top tension
of machine. When you start stitching, the bobbin thread
will show, giving you a pin stripe. Stitch along old stripe
lines.
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nucl Hninc Economics, University of Kentucky, und the United States Department nf
Aixriculturu, i·m¤pur;itin;;. William A. Scuy, Director. Issued in furtherance of the Acts 0f ·
Mny il und Junc 30, 19l~l.
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