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About The Sunday Oregonian. (Portland, Ore.) 1881-current | View Entire Issue (July 9, 1922)
THE STTNDAY OREGONIAAV PORTLAND, JULY 9, 1932 SWEDISH WEAVING FASCINATING KIND OF. DRAWNWORK, UTILIZING DARNING STITCH - - ; 1 Embroidery Hoops, Blunt Needle and Silk Strand Embroidery Cotton Are Requisites Work Is Decorative on Fine Towels Many Delightful Designs Are Possible. 's Finest Rug Creations Are Displayed at Powers :;f3:,:K.:::: Produced on the rug looms of America's leading makers, these rugs present the very latest combinations of design and color that are in Jiarmony with present-day decorative schemes for the home. Many of these wonderful rugs rival in beauty the crea tions from the famous rug centers abroad, yet at much lower , cost. In our showing of the rugs listed below you will s America - ... rr- 1 ' 1 -Vs ' JU.JJ .i. - . - ' si ',--A5 & JIL S3f rj, ? r' 111 fiL Iflk 3 -Jr iml $2t fill H - Jy:i IS TOro ftt vPr H - '1 u IT ; . ' BY CLOTILDE. SWEDISH weaving Is a fascinat ing kind of drawn work, and is not difficult, the darning or weaving stitch being used. Embroidery hoops, a blunt needle, and six strand embroidery cotton are th necessary materials for the work besides, of course, the linen on which the work is to be done. It is decorative on fine towels, and there are many delightful designs one of which is shown here. Design Worked In Linen. This design was worked on an ecru linen, in blue and yellow. If it is to be used on a towel, pull the first thread three inches from one edge, then baste the hem in place and hemstitch across, the number of threads taken up depending upon the coarseness or fineness of the linen. Hemstitching is not abso lutely necessary for a start, but makes a good foundation for the weaving. . The beauty of this work depends a great deal on weaving the titches as closely together as pos ible, without having a drawn look. The design shown here measures one and a half inches in width, done on a linen of medium weight. The directions follow: Poor Threads In Each Group. Each group consists of four threads. Stretch the material in the hoops after drawing the threads for about two inches.- Begin at the left, and count off 14 groups. With blue thread weave tinder and over the 14 groups for one-ninth the entire distance or length of the threads. Drop one group at the" left and eight groups at the right, and weave un der and over the five groups for one-ninth, the entire length of the threads. : - . - Drop one group at the left and weave under and over the remaining groups for one-ninth the entire length of the threads. ' Again drop one group at the left and weave under and over the two groups for one-ninth the entire dis tance of the threads. Pick --up one group of threads at the right, and weave over these the same as before for one-ninth the en tire length of the threads. Pick up one group at the left and weave over these as before for one-ninth the entire length of the threads. Pick up one group at the left and eight groups at the right, and weave up to the edge of the cloth. Fill the six groups at the right with the blue thread to match the left side just finished. Fill the two groups at the center with yellow. Count off 14 more groups at the right and repeat from the beginning. Fill the threads between the two blue figures with yellow. Refer to the illustration when working. Answers to Queries. Mrs. Mary C I believe it is pos sible' to buy patterns of the heel and toe of a stocking; but unless these pieces are set in with the greatest care they would doubtless prove most uncomfortable. Miss H. P. I think it would pay you to rip the hems on the bath towels and put new ones !n, making them a little wider and paying par ticular attention to the ends: Then your crocheted edging will be worth while putting on. One towel would make a fine gift and your friend is fortunate in receiving two from you. ' ' Mrs. Clara: Why not use a single feather stitich taking the smallest possible stitches to outline jour scroll, design? . The effect is good and it is a change from the plain outline stitch. . , Mrs. L. S. A.: I have mailed to you the directions for making beaded bag. Indeed, yes, many of them are beautiful, and if one has the time the work is interesting. Homely Wisdom. effect! ve A coars grater is an utensil for scaling fish. - . Salt and vinegar will remove stains from teacups. Keep the hanging plants fresh and moist by putting a small funnel in the basket and filling it wjth water every morning. The more butter used in a caka the higher the temperature required to bake it. A wooden potato masher is an ex cellent utensil for creaming butter and sugar.' White of an egg applied to a burn will exclude the air and prevent in flammation. v . Tomato rubbed into the hands will remove fruit stains. ; Hard watr may be softened with borax, lemon juice or an oatmeal bag. Balance on Lowest Credit Terms Every Woman Can Now Have aHOOSIER Kitchen Cabinet 'Saves Miles of Steps" Here is one of the handiest pieces of 'kitchen furniture ever -manufactured the new improved H00SIE1J - BEAUTY, a kitchen cabinet so designed as to give the greatest possible aid to the busy housewife. No more hunting for needed articles. Every kitchen necessity has its own particular place in, the Hoosier : Beauty The housewife knows right where to look and thus countless steps as well as ' time, energy and . patience ' are saved. , She will appre- -ciate, too, the many interest ing innovations which have been incorporated in the new cabinet Best of all, the price is no bar to owning the Hoosier ''Beauty. The price is less than you would expect to pay for an effi- cientjy arranged cabinet v and. lowest credit terms are offered you. FR F F f A complete set of 10 Dex i ter Domestic Science kitchen tools with every Hoosier. We Charge We Charge. K No-' " interest Use Your Credit We charge no interest r Bigelow-Hartford Imperial Ispahan Rugs , Worsted Wilton One of the best Wilton Rugs manufactured. It has a linen back, with hand-sewed seams and doubles-knotted linen fringe. Bigelow-Hartford is your assurance of rugs that, for the money, are unequaled. Five prac tical sizes. - . . - The 9x12 ft. Ispahan Rugs, priced at.... $120.00 The 8-3x10-6 Ispahan Rugs, priced at . . . . $110.00 The 4-6x7-6 Ispahan Rugs, priced at $ 47.50 The 36x63 in. Ispahan Rugs, priced at $ 22.50 The 27x54 in. Ispahan Rugs, priced at $ 15.00 : find selection that will readily conform to your interior . decorative treatment. - Bengal American Made Oriental Rugs Like the hand-woven rugs of the Orient, the Bengal rugs can be cleaned, washed and repaired. Faithful in reproduction of some Oriental loom masterpiece, they meet every requirement of homes of character, at. reasonable cost. Woven entirely in one piece, and in a wide range of sizes. Bengal Rugs J25 $57.50 The 3-2x5-5 Bengal Rugs (gQ7 PA priced at DO I DU The 2-5x5-5 Bengal Rugs, flJOK flft priced at DOUU The 2-1x3-7 Bengal Rugs, J- rj PA priced at wl I UV The llx5-ft. Bengal Rugs, flQOK priced at tDOuO The 9xl5-ft. Bengal Rugs (POPA priced at O0U The 9xl2-ft. Bengal Rugs ' J1 bp" priced at Dl I D The 8xl0-ft. Bengal Q- PQ rn Rugs priced at.. 51t0 The 6x9-ft: priced at .... The 4x7-ft. Bengal Rugs priced at The Rugs Mentioned-in This Ad Are All New Stock 1 Karagheusian's , Herati Worsted Wilton Rugs Another make of American Worsted Wilton Rugs that recommends it self to the purchaser, of quality floor coverings. The range of sizes meets the general demand. ' The 9x12 ft. Herati Rugs, priced at. $120.00 The 8-3x10-6 Herati Rugs, priced at $110.00 The 6x9 ft. Herati Rugs, priced at. $ 75.00 The 4-6x7-6 Herati Rugs, priced at $ 47.50 The 36x63 in. Herati Rugs, priced at. . . . .$ 22.50 The 27x54 in. Herati Rugs, priced at $ 15.00 We Jo Not Carry in Stock Any Close-Outs or Seconds Powers Announces a New Department Table Linens ..Coming just at this time, the opening of this de partment will be especially welcomed by Portland housewives. No household ever had more than enough linens during the summer months given to entertaining. We will carry a complete stock of ALL PURE LINENS, in various qualities and sizes. Bleached Damask Cloths, & ETA 70x70 inches, priced from. . Hemstitched Lunch Cloths, 66x66 inches, priced from . . -Linen sets, consisting of one hem stitched cloth and 6 nap- A A A , kins, set, priced from tP-LtvU Bleached Damask, 70 inches wide, yard, priced from. , Napkins to match all cloths. $7.50 .$2.85. Choose Your Table Linens at Powers and Have It Added to Your Account Rug Special 9x12 Ft. Seamless Worsted Velvet Rugs, $64.65 Ten choice patterns, some of -, them in the newest Oriental effects, are offered in these high grade, extra heavy seamless " Wdrsted ' Velvet . Rugs. Their special price is ' most opportune for replac ing your old floor coverings. Use your credit. . $625 Boys' Coaster Wagon, Special $4.90 Don't deny the boy one of these fine little rigs. They are fitted with disc wheels and rubber tires, and are substantially made throughout. $1.00 Delivers the Sterling Sewing Machine to Your Home And you can pay the bal ance on easy terms. "The Sterling is a full-equipment machine with six drawers, oak case and au tomatic lift. Two Living-Room Suites Considerably Under priced One of them is a caned suite in mahogany finish, consists of Davenport, Chair and Rocker, with spring-filled seat cushions and rolls for davenport back. Choice of coverings in two-tone mulberry, taupe and taupe and blue velour. Regular price $298. Special $232.50 The other is a three-piece suit of Jacobean oak, consisting of Rocker, Chair and Library Table. Chair and rocker have spring seats covered in tapestry. Regular price $70.50 Special $58.75 Terms $30 Down, $4 Week New Davenport Tables and at SPECIAL PRICES This Week You've wanted a Davenport Table, so here's your opportunity to secure one in a good period style and at worth-while saving. $35.75 Antique. Mahogany Daven- C?0J CA port Table, 60 in. long, special ;.$0.tll . ' ' - ,. $29.75 Cromwellian Davenport Taf (J0 -J pTA x Use Your Credit ble, antique mahog., 60 in. long, sp'l U 1 0) Special ' $24.75 v for This Regular $32.75 Library Table A heavy-top, quarter sawed oak Library Table with magazine ends and wide shelf. Choice of light waxed or fumed finish. Use your credit and take advantage of this attractively-priced table. None Better Than the " WORLD" BICYCLE The "World" is an easy running and serviceable bicycle, with drop-forged truss fork, 19- gauge steel frame, roller chain and Morrow brake. Motor bike saddle. Very reasonably priced at $54, and can be purchased on the ; ." Special Terms $8 Down, $1J50 Week No Interest A Large Arm Rocker Similar to Illustration - ,. . i - Offered This Week at the Special $16.85 A comfortable rocker with solid oak frame, the seat and back being upholstered in genuine leather. Per haps such a piece is needed in your living room to complete its furnishings. Sells readily at its regular price of $21.50. . - - Window Panel Laces One-Third Off All 2 yards long, in white and cream. Regu larly priced from $3.60 to $13.75 yard, now at' 1-3 off. Timely Savings at Powers on Trunks, Suitcases, Handbags Anticipate your traveling needs and buy now! Box Trunk, three-ply construction, covered with heavy vulcanized fiber, heavy protected edges, best hardware, reinforced bands on top and sides. Convenient in terior compartments. Reduced fromtfQ" A A $41.00 to . ..... .$Q 1)J Wardrobe. Trunk with lift top, of three-ply construc tion and covered with the best vulcanized fiber, riveted hardware, trolley extension bar, 9 hangers, laundry bag, ironing board fitted with locking (AOr7jt bar. Reduced from $54.50 to Pi:0. I O Medium-size Wardrobe Trunk with well constructed hardware. Regular $35.75 value, now JOZ? QK reduced to tpO.OO Walrus Traveling Bag, sewed frame, leather lined, heavily-protected leather corners, suitable for lady or gentleman.' Regular $24 and $25 value. Q-J r nr Your choice at D LtJdD Cowhide suitcase, nicely lined, protected corners, Q" "1 1K good hardware and straps. Regular $13 value, now iDH.Dtl C7T,wi t Jll if YiEHa Sj."!?p.Ai Remnants at " ' Less Than Half Price IN ' . . . . . . Curtain scrims, voiles, .Nets, cretonnes and Grenadines in lengths of from 2 yards to 6 yards. No Interest I