Evening Republican, Volume 22, Number 87, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 14 April 1919 — GET FULL VALUE IN CLOTHES [ARTICLE]

GET FULL VALUE IN CLOTHES

Many Discarded Garments May Be Made Wearable by Sponging, Cleaning and Pressing. (Prepared by the United States Department of Agriculture;) Sponging, cleaning and pressing will make wearable many a garment now discarded as too shabby, suggest the extension workers of the department of agriculture. It is not a bad idea to estimate just how much ' money value there is in an extra month’s wear of a suit, coat or dress. 2 1 , The following points, if followed, will help to extend the length of wear of dresses and other garments: Sponging with hot vinegar will make the “shiny part” of any garment less noticeable. Steaming a velvet hat which has lost its freshness over' the tea kettle will greatly improve its appearance. Freph collars and cliffs of white or contrasting color will give suit or dress a new appearance. When not in use hang outside garments, well brushed, in suitable hangers away from dust. Cotton covers put over-the garments on hangers will preserve the freshness of waists, dresses and coats worn only occasionally. Wear practicable wash aprons while at work. Secure buttons, fastenings, etc., on ready-made garments before wearing. Have play clothes for the children.