Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 174, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 2 August 1918 — TO DRESS CHILDREN SIMPLY [ARTICLE]

TO DRESS CHILDREN SIMPLY

Valuable Suggestions to Mothers in Caring for Youngsters, Saving Much Worry. In order to meet the many demands for her time and service created by the war It is essential that the busy woman in the home conserve her energy and strength in every possible way, especially during the hot summer months. The problem of dressing the children comfortably and economically during this season requires much time and thought Miss B. M. Phelp of Macdonald college, Ontario, offers the following splendid suggestions on this subject to the women of Canada.- These suggestions will be equally applicable to the women of other sections. “Have as few clothes as possible. Materials are scarce and expensive; colors fade; garments are soon outgrown. “Dress the one to three year olds in rompers, except when 'dressed up.’ “Dress the three-year to school-age boy in overalls; he will be happy and It will save you time and worry. Make these at home from a good quality of blue denim. “Dress the three-year to school-age girl In a simple one-piece frock and bloomers of the same material. For hard, rough wear galatea or Oxford shirting Is ideal. If too heavy for hot weather, buy gingham or chambray. *" “For the young schoolboy provide denim overalls or knickers of khaki drill. Shirts may also be of khaki color in a lighter material if desired. “For the schoolgirl the simple smock or coat middy and separate skirt will meet all needs up to and partly through the ’teen age. One-piece frocks may

ifttn be made from outgrown ones by combining two of them. Girls from seven to twelve will still prefer to wear the comfortable bloomers.