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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1974-04-25, Page 20Page 47The Wingham Advance -Times, Thursday, April 25, 1974 SAMPLE RECIPES Inexperienced cooks can find good recipe samples in news- papers and magazines for help. A vegetable dish can double as a hot roll tray; and a silver �' compote can be the base for in setting brida! scene seafood cocktails. dandles capture important role Just for the family, or for relatives and friends by the dozens... we can help make your WEDDING RECEPTION a memorable occasion. THE MANOR MOTOR HOTEL Wingham From Canada and the Markets of the World DECORATIVE ACCESSORIES' AND CANDLES FOR AU. OCCASIONS BUT ONE to Ontario • Let{. us helpyou select your A major household appliances. .MAYTAG MOFFAT .INGLiS .KITCHENAID .HOOVER ...Or smaller kitchen. appliances.- .SUNBEAM .CGE ..PHILIPS .HOOVER .CHANNEL MASTER BURKE ELECTRIC ELECTRICAL HOUSEHOLD CONTRACTORS APPLIANCES 357.2450 WINGHAM "SERVICE AND QUALITY GUARANTEED" Many brides prefer having, their reception at home because of the special pleasure derived from gathering family and friends in intimate and familiar surroundings. Every bride, of course, en- visions the reception table prop- erly and handsomely decorated. And candles invariably play an important part in the decor scheme. Decorations for afternoon and evening weddings should be centered on white flowers, in- cluding smilax or other greens. The tablecloth should be white; except that if it is a second wed- ding the cloth can be in the bride's favorite color. Dual purpose "Candles in silver or crystal candlesticks should be used extravagantly both as decoration and to light the table," says Donald Mowry, candle expert at Hallmark Cards. "Well polished brass holders also serve to reflect the gleam of crystal and silver flatware and create an ele- gant effect." Y. Tapers especially designed for weddings come in a variety of shapes and sizes — tall, short, fat, thin. Among them is the Man- tilla, a candle with a lacy effect in silver -and -white, gold -and -white or, white -on -white. Another comes in a wedding bell design; all are in pure 'white tones. Center of attraction A charming decorative touch can be achieved, says Mowry, by placing the bride's bouquet in the center of the table and surround- ing it by candlesticks holding lighted candles. Or, a centerpiece arrangement might be a bowl of white flowers with candles on either side. . Small prettily packaged gifts .for members of Wedding candles: These Classic Marble -candles by Hallmark add a rich touch of elegance to the bridal feast. The candles are available in two sizes, six and nine inches tall. the wedding party can be added to the table ,setting. Another idea Another arrangement might be a rectangular mirror at the table's center. In one corner, ar- range three small candle holders. In each, set white tapers of var-g ious heights, the tallest not over seven inches. Place two candles, slightly shorter than the others, in the mirror's opposite corner. "Candlelight, with its luxuriant effect, can be enjoyed by every- one, poor and rich alike," Donald Mowry points out. "One young bride married in the Caribbean purchased her wedding candles in New York. She was more than happy to pay the extra baggage fees on two dozen heavy gold -and - white marbleized candles saying, "they set the entire tone of my wedding and reception.' " Bride's laundry workload eases. with compact washer and dryer To the new bride, washing clothes may seem a lot 'less glamorous than preparing a man - pleasing meal, but it is im- portant. When your husband needs a clean shirt for a meeting, he„needs it now, not next week. Obviously laundry is a lot easier'' if 'the at3jiliances are in your own apartment. That avoids trips down to the • laundry room every time you wash: And, because washers and dryers designed for home use have special -care cycles not usually found on coin -op models, knitted. garments, Perma-Press linens and delicate items can be given the special care they need. Even if your first home is -a small apartment, there's probably room for a compact laundry. All you need is 241/2 inches of floor space for a por- table washer and a compact dryer mounted on a stack stand. You can keep those honeymoon clothes and,new household linens looking fresh with a portable washer. This new compact has agitator wash action, just like big machines, and four cycles - Permanent Press, Knit -Delicate, Normal and Short. Fill ,and drain hoses are combined onto a faucet connector that can be attached to a faucet the way a portable dishwasher is YOUNG AND IN LOVE? If you are, you're probably planning marriage, and we at MIDDLETON'S HOME FURNISHINGS in Wingham can help you plan your furniture needs. At MDDLETON'S we'reoun y g and up-to-date on styles and colours.. We also understand budgets and will help you get the most for your money. Come in and have a talk with Bob or one of the girls. Wm wH! discus; your needs, fair prices, free storage and delivery. Call Bob collect at 357-1411 for on appointment. It's not too early to start shopping for summer. "put your confidence in us” MIDDLETON'S NOME FURNISHINGS Chargox WINGHAM 357.1411 Master Charge < No laundry trips for this young bride. Her compact laundry is right there in the kitchen, ready for any -time use. Both the washer and dryer have cycles to care for all types of fabrics— just like big machines. attached: , A new suspension system, design I especially for this small -size washer, made it possible to have an extra fast spin speed — 850 rpm instead juf the usual 550 rp. This improves water extraction and allows faster drying. To complete laundry, select one of the compact dryers. If there is a window in which 'a vent can be used, you could choose either a 240 -volt electric dryer or a gas model. Both dry as fast as full-size units. Where venting is a problem, a 120 -volt dryer may be best. It needs no installation -- just plug it in and start drying. Both washer and dryers are only 24 inches, wide. With a new stack stand, which is 241/2 inches wide you can have a laundry al- most t anywhere. To complement the apartment decor, choose the appliances in copper, avocado, tawny gold or white. Create elegant dining enviro with fine china, sparklin Mecham* cesof today's bride are many. From wedding ring; to pots and pans, bridal fashions to bed linens, the name of the gatue is deciding and selecting, all intended. to, 'create an en- vironment that reflects your new lifestyle. In all of these choices; don't overlook tableware, says Charles Solt, a design director for the. Lenox China Company, because china, crystal and silver are the means of creating a pleasing, happy dining environment. "There's a special kind of elegance ;that abounds when a table is set, with fine china, gleaming crystal and silver," said Mr. Solt. "An aura of romanticism is created that is hard to duplicate. Yet, fine china and` crystal are so versatile they fit in with all your entertaining needs." Today's bride is lucky because the varied selection of china, silver and crystal makes it possible to set a table according to her own individual taste. This great variety, however, may be confusing to new brides, added Mr. Solt, an excellent reason to get the advice of a Wedding Gift Registry Con- sultant at your favorite store. Wedding Gift Registries have one or more consultants who are there specifically to help you determine your tableware needs. The consultant can ' give you top-notch advice on selecting fine china and informal dinnerware as well as coordinating crystal and flatware. Often, just having an . ex- perienced consultant suggest china and crystal patterns you never thought wouldgo together opens up a whole new way of thinking. She can also help you select a color scheme for your table, tell you what is new, and fill you in on the latest trends. The Wedding Gift Registry is a free •service offered by most department and jewelry stores. Once a girl registers her gift preferences with a particular store, the Registry keeps an up- to-date record of what gifts have been purchased, avoiding dup- lication.- Not only do bridal registries ent The bride entertains with fine china and gleaming crystal at a romantic party buffet. Lenox's Blue Tree fine china adds the color with a palette of palest blue, lemon, pink and ivory and hand -blown Laurent .crystal adds the sparkle. A green table- cloth rickracked with pink, blue and lemon . completes the romantic ambience. offer you, the bride-to-be, in- valuable assistance, tl they are an enormous help to your family and friends. People want to give you what you want and registering your gift preferences — appliances, housewares and decorative accessories as well as tablewares and linens — is a convenient way for people to find out what you need. The bridal consultant will be able to tell you the qualities to look for when choosing fine china and crystal. It is a smart idea, though, to have a few facts in mind about whet to look for be- fore starting to shop. Here are some shopping tips: —Be aware of the many. fine .china and crystal patterns available and select those that reflect you and your fiance's individuality. —Know that fine china is translucent' when held up to the light and crystal has a clear, bell- like ring when tapped. —Buy place settings of china and crystal. Fine china is available in three-piece Buffet - Place Setting whichincludes dinner plate, cup and saucer and five -piece Complete Place Set- ting which. has a salad -dessert plate and a butter plate. A three- piece crystal place . setting consists of a water goblet, a dessert -champagne glass and wine glass. —Buy open stock fine china and crystal so you can add or replace pieces as needed. . . - 'Easy care' lifestyle ioffketting new bride's day-to-day housework In 1974, more brides will go from altar to • office than ever before in the history of woman. What's the one strong link between contemporary ,Ms. and her home -bound . predecessors? HOUSEWORK. Maintaining clean and com- fortable living quarters is still a strong female imstinct despite the fact that today's bride might spend more time outside her home than in it. And the password to that outside world is easy care, a new way of living geared to simplify day-to-day chores. More brides hold jobs Since most new brides — 78 percent says a recent Bride's Magazine Survey — intend to work full-time as well as keep house during their first year of marriage, easy materials will probably fill a large portion of the new home. Considering all the so- phisticated appliances now available, coupled with easy -to - care -for furniture and fabrics, housekeeping has been relegated to parttime work. And that's ap- parently the way modern woman wants it. Furniture manufactures have designed functional pieces which afford a maximum of esthetics with a minimum of care. Among the modern materials are vinyls, Shower of deas for prospective bride sparked by versatile paper products If you're looking for a different idea in bridal showers, take a hint from a versatile product we use for reading, writing, greeting, eating, and delighting our eyes: paper. A paper shower not only gives you a colorful potential for decor; but a host of gift ideas the pride will find uncommonly helpful Shower with cards Among the shower gifts sug- gested are things every home- maker uses but rarely stocks up in advance. For example, the bride who finds she has a supply of cards for most major oc- casions on hand will thank you each time she uses one. The year-round card supply should include get -well cards, graduation cards, cards that can take almost any message, congratulation cards that can be used for almost any event of note. Of course you'll try to select cards that suit the bride's taste, and you'll find a tremendous selection to choose from in both the contemporary and traditional moods. Another gift for year-round use are colorful wrappings ap- propriate to any occasion. Select solid papers or foils with con- trasting ribbons, matching tags and bows. The gift package should con- tain rolls and sheets the bride can use for everything from birthday gifts to special occasion presents. A third paper possibility is a set of party goods, indluding paper cloth, place cards, and even a centerpiece that will come in handy for one of the bride's first casual parties. Some of the paper series figures also star on ceramic plates and other handsome ac- cessories for the home, so the party the bride creates with paper could inspire a permanent collection. Wall decor You'll find nostalgic decoupage kits the brid'e with a steady hand can turn into lovely wall decora- tions. Another gift of paper that will help the bride through post -wed- ding niceties are -packets of writ- ing paper with distinetive designs she can immediately put to use for thank you `notes. plastics, simulated furs and suedes, steel, glass and chrome. Natural fibers like canvas, hemp, wicker and rush are popular textures for furniture and accessories — a cinch to take care of, too: Having a dependable vacuum cleaner will make for easier care and extend the wear of her rugs or carpets and other new fur- nishings. To maintain her floor coverings, regular vacuuming is a must. A 'rug can hold prac- tically its own weight in dirt, and still look clean on the surface. v. Vacuum simplifies cleaning In . fact, the entire, home cleaning process will be sim- plified if the new bride opts for a good vacuum cleaner to do much of her work. Some of the current models have been designed to replace sundry other tools in the house. Power combo The current trend in new dwellings is to use more space for Tess furniture, rather than crowd p room with many occasional pieces. The end result describes modern living fortoday's newlyweds: Space to spread out and feel free. Maclntyre's Bakery Wingham Phone 357-3461 SAVE YOURSELF SOME WORK! Let us bake and decorate YOUR WEDDING CAKE tfiromiees&ans triti Wedding Serviettes, Coasters, Dollies and Candles. Crepe Paper Decorations and Centrepieces. Wedding Gift Wrap, Ribbons, Bows and Gift Cards. Thank You Cards and Bride's Books Sending a Card to the Bride? Why not the "ideals" Booklet? It will be Cherished. i\.\ HARMS11 STATIONERy Josephine St. Wingham 0 0 0 e 0