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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1984-06-06, Page 18Page 6—Crossroads—June6, 1984 Craft Tal By Louisa Rush I was recently at an ex- hibition of Chinese embroid- eries.; some were quite old, but many of them were con- temporary, which I found quite interesting. While they followed along the tradition- al lines of design, there was a fresh new appeal to the modern-day embroideries. It's interesting that each culture has its own stylized themes symbolic of its coun- try and heritage. With the Chinese it's the chrysanthe- mum and dragon, while at the King Tut exhibition, I noticed that the lotus bud and vulture, as well as the papyrus flower were among other symbolic designs. The North American In- dian features the eagle and snowflake, as well as the sun, moon and stars. This, of course, is a very brief exam- ple. But to get back to the Chinese embroideries, I am often asked what is the for- bidden stitch? The tiny close stitching resembles French knots, usually this stitching is only on very old pieces. Legend has it that the for- bidden stitch got its name when the Emperor outlawed 4.w it, because his wife con- vicced him that the tiny close stitching was causing many women to become blind. A less romantic story at- tributes the name of the stitch to the fact that it was common in Peking, which contains the Forbidden City. Another theory is that only royal robes and embroid- eries were allowed to be worked in this stitch, in other words it was forbidden to be used by the rank and file! If you are lucky enough to possess a piece of Chinese embroidery, it will be quite valuable, so why not have it framed for all to admire? Since the U.S. has resuined trade and diplomatic rela- tions with China, the Chinese designs and themes are tre- mendously chic. 0 0 0 This week's pattern will remind you of the delicate Chinese and Japanese em- broideries. Simple flowers, beautifully worked with deli- cate colors make this very striking picture. Even satin stitch is used throughout. It would not take long to em- broider and would make a lovely gift for a wedding or housewarming. To order Leaflet No. 8259 send 75 cents plus a stamped self addressed return en- velope. If you do not have a stamp or envelope, please enclose an extra 50 cents to cover the cost of handling and print your name and ad- dress. Send to: Louisa Rush, "Craft Talk", 486 Montford Drive, Dollard des Ormeaux, P.Q., H9G 1M6. Please be sure to state pat- tern numbers correctly when ordering and to enclose your stamped return envelope for faster service. Useless for warts There is no evidence that smallpox vaccination has therapeutic value in the treatment of recurrent herpes -simplex infection, warts or any other disease, according to the Center for Disease Control, Atlanta. 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COATES DEPARTMENT STORE • 132 Main St. W., Listowel • tt MICROWAVE MAGIC Easy on the salt By Desiree Vivea Animals will journey miles to a "salt lick" to satisfy their craving for the stuff. Aren't you doing the same thing when you drive two miles out of your way to a fastfood place for a large or- der of salty fries? Not hardly. Animals are likely to seek out salt be- cause of a real physical need for it — while most of us go for salty foods because we like the taste. Today's consumer is pretty well informed about the dangers of a salty diet. We all know that such a diet can lead to high blood pres- sure and heart disease, and many people are taking steps to cut back on the amount of salt they use. If you have high blood pres- sure, or want to prevent it, there are a few simple things you can do to ease up on salt. Leave the salt shaker off the table. Instead, use herbs or lemon juice as seasonings. Don't add salt to cooking water or recipes. Avoid obvi- ously salty foods (potato chips, pickles, pretzels, etc.), and don't eat at fast- food restaurants — they're notorious for heavily salted foods. Some processed foods, even though they don't taste salty, do contain high sodium levels. Processed meats, •hakery goods and snack goods, cheese (even cottage cheese!), canned soups and commercial sauces and re- lishes can contain hidden amounts of salt, and some- times a lot of it, Instant pud- ding and instant cereals may be quite high in salt, even though you don't taste it. There is evidence that pot- assium in the diet may act to reduce the body's sodium level. We need far more pot- assium every day than we do sodium. Good sources are fresh fruits, vegetables, flours and grains, nuts and seeds (unsalted!). If you do have high blood pressure, or are worried about it, see a doctor. Eat more fresh, unprocessed foods, and leave the salt shaker on the shelf. Follow- ing are mics wave recipes which go "easy on the salt". NO SALT MEATBALLS llb. ground beef 1 egg 1/2 cup bread 1 clove garlic, crushed 2 tbsps. red wine 1/2 tsp. oregano 1/4 tsp. paprika Dash pepper In bowl, mix together all ingredients, blending well. Shape .into 12 balls, and ar- range in circle on 10 -inch glass pie plate; cover with waxed paper. Microwave 10 to 12 minutes, rotating dish 1/2 - turn after 5 minutes, and turning meatballs over. Let stand 1 minute before ser- ving. Makes 12 meatballs. HOMEMADE MICROWAVE RELISH 1 tbsp. prepared mustard 1 tbsp. packed brown sugar 2 tsps. white vinegar 2 tsps. lemon juice 1 clove garlic, crushed 2 cups finely chopped toma- toes 1/2 cup minced celery 1/2 cup minced green pepper 1/4 cup minced green onions Combine mustard, brown sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, and garlic in 11/2 -quart casserole. Stir to blend, and microwave 1. minute, uncov- ered. Add remaining ingre- dients and microwave 2 min- utes longer, uncovered. Stir well and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. (This allows flavors to blend.) Keep refrigerated. Serve on hamburgers, hot dogs, etc. Makes about 3 cups. HOT CURRY CHICKEN 1 cup mayonnaise 2 tbsps. lemon juice 5 cups cubed cooked chicken 2 cups finely chopped celery 1/2 cup slivered almonds By Gene Gary Q. Our breadboard badly needs refinishing. Can this be done at home or must it be done professionally? - Mary E.J. A. I presume you' mean a butcher block. Small bread- boards can be kept clean with washing. To remove stains and scratches from oiled butcher block, rub the surfaces with fine steel wool or sandpaper. Use coarse sandpaper on butcher block made with hardrock maple, and finer sandpaper on most other woods. Oak butcher block should be rubbed with the finest grade of sandpaper. Do not use steel wool on oak, as the fibers will snag the long grain. After sanding, always re - oil the surface: If you use a butcher block for preparing food, treat the wood with mineral or vegetable oil. Otherwise use linseed oil or oils that are especially made for butcher block. Rub the oil onto the wood surface with a pad of cheese- cloth that has been washed to remove the sizing. Allow the oil to soak into the butcher block for one hour, then wipe up the residue with an old, soft terry.cloth towel. Polish with a soft cloth. After using a butcher block for food preparation, always wipe it clean with a dry cloth or with a cloth dampened with oil. A. I recently found some termite .droppings on the concrete floor in one corner of my garage. I sprayed the rafters above with 74 per cent chlordane solution. us- ing a hand pump sprayer. The same thing happened about two years ago in the exact same location and I sprayed with chlordane then. Since there are no more signs, am I safe in assuming no more problem? I do wonder about the rest of the attic in the house where you cannot see any signs. Do you think I need to call a profes- sional, say for an annual check, now that 1 have seen termite activity? — Steve W. A. Yes, I would' if it were my house. It is better to take precautions than be sorry. A termite inspection by a pro- fessional termite control company is highly recom- Mended. This is the Only way to be sure of the condition of the attic area. Q. Should I hire an archi- tect to design an addition to my house?.— Ben J.W. A. Certainly, you may. But should you? I do not know. For more expensive homes, the trend is yes. But many modernization contractors use competent designers. Ask your modernization con- tractor to show you additions he has done and then form your own opinion. Q. We stripped the finish off an old chest of drawers and discovered a beautifully D-DAY ANNIVERSARY CEREMONIES LIVE ON CBC TELEVISION Commemorative events marking the 40th anniver- sary of the Allied invasion of Europe on D -Day, June 6, 1944, will be telecast live from the Normandy beaches on Wednesday, June 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. noon. A . News' Special featuring highlights of the day's events will be presented the evening of June 6, from 7:00 to 7:30 p.m. • CBC's national correspon- dent Peter Mansbridge will anchor live coverage from a special broadcst booth at the foot of Ottawa's National War Memorial. Joining Mansbridge will be Ben Dun- kelman, retired .captain of the Queen's Own Rifles, and author of the book Dual Alle- giance, who will provide commentary on the memor- ial events in France. CBC correspondent Brian Stewart and journalist Charles Lynch will report live from the Nor- mandy beaches. Both Lynch and Dunkelman were with the Canadian troops that stormed the beaches forty years ago, Dunkelman as a soldier and Lynch as a jour- nalist. It is expected that the Queen, Prime Minister Tru- deau, American President Reagan and French Presi- dent Mitterand will join thousands of veterans for the remembrance ceremonies. Live satellite links include coverage of ceremonies from Bernieres-sur-Mer, Signal Monument, Omaha and Utah Beaches, Bayeux and Colleville-sur-Mer, among others. CBC's coverage will also focus on memorial services and ceremonies for Cana- dian troops, particularly the Canadian cemetery at Beny- sur-Mer. CBC producer Terry Filgate and reporter Dan Bjarnason have prepar- ed a retrospective on Canada's D -Day involve- ment. The report traces Canadian troops with the Al- lied push into Europe. The personal recollections and vivid memories of Canadian veterans interviewed recall the invasion forty years ago. grained wood underneath. We applied a coat of shellac, but are not satisfied withthe result, as there seems to be a rather uneven surface, especially evident when you rub yourfingers over it. Do i have to take off the shellac in order to put on varnish? — Carl J.D. A. No. Using a fine grade of sandpaper, sand down the finish until it is smooth to the touch. Brush off all grit, wipe clean and then go ahead with the varnishing. ' Q. How can 1 remedy small splits or checks that some- times appear in old or weathered plywood panels? —Chris M. A. You can give these panels a new surface by rub- bing floor filler into the cracks with burlap or other coarse material, working across the grain. Then, when dry and sanded, you will have a smooth, solid base for a new coat of paint. Q. I want to build a pro- jecting awning -like roof out from the rear of our house to serve as weather protection in the winter . and keep the sun off the patio in the sum- mer. I plan to use wood post supports and have heard of a ventilated base that can be used to prevent peeling paint from storm damage. Where can this type of unit be pur- chased? — A.W.S. A. Cast iron ventilating column bases, permitting moisture to evaporate by al- lowing ventilation at this point and thus preventing peeling paint, should be available at large hardware stores. The item may be dif- ficult to find, but dealers should be able to order it for you. "ACCIDENTS NEVER HAPPEN TO ME." liAYBE SO. BUT EVERY DAY THIS YEAR 3 HEALTHY CANADIANS WILL SUFFER A SPINAL CORD INJURY. &PA CANADIAN PARAPLEGIC ASSOCIATION 2 green onions, finely chop- ped 1/2 tsp. curry powder Dash pepper Combine all ingredients in 2 -quart glass bowl or casser- ole. Stir to blend well and cover with lid or plastic wrap. Microwave 3 minutes; stir and rotate dish 1/4 -turn. Microwave 3 minutes longer. Let stand, covered, 3 minutes before serving. Serve on rice, noodles, or bread as a hot sandwich. 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