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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1973-04-19, Page 15GODERICH SIGNAL -STAR, THURSDAY, APRIL 10. 1070—PA43I $A women in the with various types of knitted treated for pools) Chlorene- ary 35 fabrics - single, double, stretchy treated elastic is -'also used in pted as students and crimplene etc., class in- the construction of the suit. • ®ria classes taught birth - Hsu' as part of struction began with slacks, Now when it comes to birth- s school Program either mens or women's and/ day or shower gifts or for bodysuits or T shirts. These Christmas giving these women school. with fabrics were readily available will have no difficulties in to the course deciding what 'to give. After all, of objectives in mind. at local stores. just learn more On the slacks sewing demon.- what could be nicer to receive toothers to work strations included the fly zip- than a matched set of panties, ing� per, pockets -patch, western, slip and bra or a peignoir set or pnd. still others to bodysuit to complement your edy on clothing them- welt, belt loops, waistbands a their family• One hems and cuffs. Now available hostess skirt, or for the man in commented that 'she in one store, is the new waist your life a new pair of baggies ' lacey lingerie but it band backing and pocket fabric or a knit shirt or bathing suit. ensive to buy so she for men's slacks that is used in Children's birthday parties omake her own• the ready-mades. This means present another opportunity for ant in the course, that the slacks have a more the graduate of this course to rticip professional look. use her sewing talents. Any lit - vim summed it up , p est of her class when Some men in Goderich will tle girl would like to get a pair 1 enjoyed the be proudly wearing the trousers of frilly panties, Bikini panties anted, ` rymuch and learned a their wives made them during with 4Uat match g slip, a it for gym. class, a ostated that since she For $10-$12 you can have a hooded housecoat 'or' a new ively new in town the pair of trousers in the latest bathing suit. A boy would like a as definitely helped fashion and fabric compared to pair of plaid jeans, a T shirt or many new friends. $20-$25 for ready mades of bathing suit. the course, the 'Nes comparable quality. One sure fact about this he boit is another ne valuable and'worth- traction sheets which ofrthe latestsfashions which ©an future will be used be very expensive to buy and by them. As for the much less expensive to sew. ss, the class generally The sewing details em - "she was very good phasized here were the seams helpful." using a choice of either a) an appreciated by the overlocking stitch b) a narrow.. was that during the zigzag or c) a double row of ev were able to make straight stitching and stret- es that they wanted ching• the fabric simultaneously. les which would best to allow for the elasticity, • 'collars -turtleneck, mock tur- complaint voiced at tleneck convertible collar and ly facing, ' v ,.up night held on g� tab front, zipper in a April 12 was that the . seam or without a seam, mss' t at the high school sleeves, elasticized leg openings tt b inadequate for con- and domed crotches. '� y `� � •� �' ,� �� classes. Apparently The T-shirt, which is very or two machines carry similar to the bodysuit, important stitch, the featured the side 'seams and shoulder seams sewn in one ny products that were operation, the application of ayshowed just how the neck and sleeve ribbing in a 1 the course was as contrasting colour and the use s surely looked store of the machine blind hem stitch nd expensive. on "the hem. 12 weeks the course One warning about knits- if tep-by-sten daimon- you are in doubt about on men's or ladies shrinkage after washing, bodysuits, T-shirts, machine wash and dry your .' nightgowns, panties, 1 brie before cutting. les and bathing suits - Sometimes .there were scraps ; and two piece. leftover from a bodysuit or a T- tterns, the class used shirt, but not enough to make he Stretch Knit and another shirt.One person took a Kwik Sew type but little girl's empire dress pat - o used the Simplicity, tern, a -crap of navy,erimplene, T . Butterick and Style some navy ribbing and a zipper and made a 'little girl's dress the unusual feature for less than $1.00. Kwik Sew patterns is - Panties - bikini, elastic leg, include three sizes in band leg and flare leg, were the rn which is a real ad- very beginnings of working on if you want to make fine tricot knits. In these gar- thers or if you are the ments you, want the stretch of rson to gain or lose the fabric to go around the sily. body to ,facilitate the ease of er, in this course -the putting on and taking off. le is one of some trial Here the various features because it is only af- demonstrated was the ap- rst one is made that plication of lace trims and know what you might elastic the double crotch and ently the next time. the rolled side seam. Peignoirs iliarize the women and nighties are similar . in detail to the panties with the detail being emphasized in the application of the neck and arm bands with the blind stitch being used here to create a pretty scalloped edge. A custom-made bra and gir- dle is a' real ,treat for some women who find it very hard to purchase ready-mades to fit and also it can be a coloured one -beige, pink, • blue, yellow, black, lime, -green or basic white. This was the first sewing on Lycra and on some sewing machines_ a roller foot was necessary to avoid skipping of stitches. With personal sewing, padding or the lack of it was no problem - you could add as much or as little as you wish. With warm sunny days just around the corner everybody is thinking about a new bathing suit or' suits for this coming summer. Any fabric is suitable - crimplene, cotton stretch denim or terry, jersey knits or Helenca stretch (this one is chlorine- APAIKING SPOT IS AN AREA ABOUT SEVEN FEET WIDE. INIElVE FEET LONG AND AUJIA'S °N1UE OTHER SIDE OF THE STREET I Ai, course is that it teaches you to utilize the various stitches available on your sewing machine to the maximum. It also shows how to sew on the latest fashion fabrics, the ver- satile knits. These fabrics are musts for travelling people, children, 'busy people and working homemakers all who demand a neat yet carefree look. What lies ahead for the graduates of.. this course? Besides a busy spring filled with summer sewing another course is being designed to be included in next fall's Night School program., For anyone interested in this course or with ctuestions about it, phone Marilyn Bruinsma at 524-6019_ A notice will he placed in this paper when the registration for next fall's course Will take place. The April meeting of the requested help to sew nighties Maple Leaf Chapter 1.O.b.E. and jackets for the services was held on Tuesday, April 3 at "committee. the home of Mrs. H. G. Hays Mrs., B. Ainslie moved that an Octoerfest be held Septem- ber 29 at the arena. On behalf of Mrs. F. Currie Mrs. J. Stringer thanked all members who helped with the Red Cross Campaign. Guest speaker, Mrs. Mark Raithby showed pictures, displayed souvenirs gnd gave a very. interesting and infor- mative talk on her trip to Russia. _ with 30 members and two guests present. The regent Mrs. W. McKellar conducted the interesting meeting. She announced that Mrs. W. Hassall and Mrs. H. Murphy will attend the Provin- cial Conference in Hamilton. An increase of $1.00 in fees was reported bringing the mem- bership fee to $6.00 a year. Mrs.; W. D. Kenwell The Municipality will make available 250 trees. Silver Maple and Norway Maple,o be placed, on Town boulevards. Anyone wishing a tree, please notify Municipal Office, 57 West Street, 524-8344, by April 20th, 1973. ' Mrs. Ruth Cunningham, left and Mrs. Jennifer Zurbrigg display their completed projects during the ,sewing classes term wind up. Mrs. Cunningham made two T shirts while Mrs. Zurbrigg made a white Jumper with pur- ple trim. (staff photo) J. Harold Walls, A.M.C.T., C.M.C. Clerk -Treasurer DAVIDSON WELL DRILLING LIMITED OFFERS YOU - 73 years of successful water development. - The most modern, fast equipment available. - Highly trained personnel - Fast service and free estimates - Guaranteed wells at lowest cost. PUT EXPERIENCE TO WORK FOR YOU! Maybe the new dar, house repairs or any worthwhile purpose. Remember, the Royal Bank will pay you $25 In cash towards your project when $1000 new borrowed money Is approved. For more information contact R.M.,VARDON or J.C. BIRD at -ONTARIO'S-FINEST WATER WELLS SINCE 1900" WRITE BOX 486, WINGHAM - OR PHONE 357-1960 Mrs. Doris Murison, left, and Mrs. Mavis Parmar, right, snow off their finished products as the night sewing Class and G.D.C.I. held Its fashion show winding up Its terms activities. Mrs. Murison shows a mauve nightie with white peignoir and matching lace trim while Mrs. Parmar shows a floor length pink nightie featuring hand sewn lace trim and applique: (staff photo) Stump removal machine will be available during the month of May. Anyone wishing a stump removed from Town boulevards wilt be required to pay a fee of 56.00 per stump. Please notify Municipal Office, 57 West Street, 524-, 8344, by April 20th, 1973. ... A Day for Prayer and Rejoicing And .a day for families to join together in the remembrance. A day for all to renew their faith and brotherhood and love. Once again, the wonder and awe of Easter will be celebrated in joyful song and heartfelt prayer. We wish all of you the blessings of Easter. J. Harold Walls, A.M.C.T., C.M.C. Clerk -Treasurer Eat,enjoy, losewei ht. Canadian Farnily- Meal Plait for Wight Watchers Enjoy Nutritious., good -tasting foods...even pork! FRIDAY APRIL 27 EXETER LEGION HALL RECEPTION 6:15 P.M.—DINNER 7:15 P.M. GUEST SPEAKER N. EUGENE W HAL EN FEDERAL MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE t vsilsblassoc. through Municipal Chairman of the d A GORDON McQAVIN PRESIDENT HAROLD W. SHORE SECRETARY Special...We invite current mem- bers of any weight reduction group to transfer to us...pay only $2 to join. '1,, ...I rat,•. abo,,, .11'1.1, to ria..,•. in 1 ..r' Nem, I .nnht„n, 1 It;it,, N1i,I tic.rr And If 'iron ,,,umic, Adetaitic Pavi cls Weight Watchers of Ontario LimitedAr 491 Lawrcr1ceAvenuc West,Joronto M5M 1C7�/t Memhc•r of the ( ,tnttthcnt oaten of ( )rgani,ation, for 1C'e cht Tat, her, 1400 , I;t•,r, monthly in Canatl.i New class opening In GODERICH Tuesday, April 24, 9:30 a.m. (and every Tuetday morning thereafter) . St. G•org•t-Angiican Church 16 Nelson St. Also • class on Mondays at 7:30 p.m.