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Show Page Making Kids Rain Gear Dry Idea JUDY BLACKNER coating in a 2.6 ounce 45 inch wide fabric is available. The ultimate in wet weather fabrics is a fairly new fabric called Gore-TeWaterproof yet is designed breathable, Gore-Te- x for rugged outdoor use. This three layer laminated material combines two types of nylon ' film for the most with Gore-Te- x can practical result. Gore-Te- x condivarious weather to adapt tions, minimizing the need for extra equipment and bulk. Gore-Te- x serves as a rain shell, wind breaker and protective covering for insulated garments. It is machine washable, hang dry. It comes in 45 and 60 inch widths, common colors are royal blue, yellow, rust and camouis expensive, flage. Gore-Te- x in from $20 to $25 price ranging a yard but this fabric is extreme- Review Correspondent The onset of spring showers bring to every mothers mind, "How do I keep the kids dry. With warmer weather heavy winter coats are shed and lighter jackets take their place, but lighter jackets offer little protection x. in wet weather. Instead of searching the department stores for practical inexpensive rain gear for the kids, why not sew them yourself? Any beginning seamstress can construct a good looking durable rain suit that will give years of service for under $20, with the right materials. Anyone who spends time in the unpredictable mountain climate on a picnic or camping knows that adverse weather may strike at anytime. Dry kids can mean the difference between a pleasant trip or a wet disaster. For a complete rain suit you should include a hooded jacket with a drawstring and waterproof pants to cover the little ones legs and bottoms since sitting in the mud is a common pastime in the mountains. The suits are great for school too. Pattern selection is important. Choose a hooded jacket pattern with a raglan sleeve. The cover up pants are made from a jogging pants pattern with elastic waist and no side seams. The less seams in the garment the less chance for leaking. Be sure to choose a pattern that will easily fit over clothing. The Kwik Sew or Sunrise Design patterns are two easy patterns. Other pattern brands may offer better,selection in styles that include pockets and other extras. Patterns can be obtained at any local fabric shop. A pair of knit cuffs or elastic around the leg bottoms allow for ease in pulling over boots and to and styles of material all available for rain coats and pants. But regardhomemade making less of what look you choose from, the kids benefit with dry and warm clothes. ALL COLORS feta is a lightweight 100 percent nylon fabric that has a urethane tle larger this year to last through next year. Cut the sleeves, pant legs and jacket length a little longer than the pattern for better protection. Velcro or a separating zipper is used for the jacket front closure. There are only three types of fabric that are completely waterproof and practical enough to use. Urethane coated nylon taf coating on one side to keep moisture out. Luxurious taffeta inside keeps you comfortable and allows active movement. It weighs only three ounces per square yard and is a washable easy care fabric. Colors range from yellow, blue, greens and camouflage. For the more active child a p nylon with urethane rip-sto- womans life is filled with seasons... seasons which affect her lifestyle, her desires, her needs. And a woman wants to enjoy these seasons in the best of health, physically and emotionally. e Hospital Center is proud f Becomes Hazard fer and gave Stacce the toothpicks. The baby ate the SHARON NAUTA STEELE Special to the Lakeside Talk about your bulletin cherry. d boards! Ive got a piece of What did Michael do? on my refrigerator door Brought home a note on a that looks like a paper reclama- .seminar to encourage responsition center. Last week it was ble Only I couldnt parenting. condemned by the fire departgo. That same day I got another ment. memo from the fire department. I took down all the PTA noinwant to do a follow-u- p They tices, half a dozen mimeoa certain spection on day, graphed sheets from my kids "What day? teachers and a month's worth of "1 dont know. That was one of construction paper lambs, kites and Easter bunnies with riveted the notes the kids hamster ate when it got out of its cage. moving parts. ' Since when does the kids Our fridge finally passed inspection, but in less than seven hamster eat paper? Since I lost the flyer that told days new papers had proliferated ly durable. like white rabbits. My husband me what to feed him. The Gore-Te- x suit can be insuhad to add another metal hinge "The flyer was on the fridge lated and lined with flannel to to the heavy laden door. door? support become a ski suit or colder cliI cant believe you actually It was at one time. But somemate protection. If you add insuread all these notes! Dave comone ignored my sign. lation be sure you make the plained on a day when a strong The sign that said not to open outer shell large enough to ac- gust of wind had snowed a heap the main compartment door uncommodate the thicker bulk for of paper on our kitchen floor. der any circumstances? a proper fit. For a ski suit the I do, I said firmly. I read Why yes. I had it.. legs must be redesigned with a every one. Take that one, for inPasted to the refrigerator bell leg and powder cuff to fit stance. Michael it home door. You dont suppose that brought over boots. from school last Monday to re- someone who ignored your sign Thinsulate is a thin, dense, fimind me that on Thursday he could have been a hungry membrous material that can be easily needed three shoelaces, 24 toothber of our family, do you? After sewn into the suit. It insulates picks and a maraschino all, whats a refrigerator door cherry you from the cold even when it for an art project. for, if not to.. is wet, drys quickly and is Did you remember? Dave clamped his teeth togethas compared to down, er biting off his final word as I Well, yes and no. I mistakenthat is bulky and hard to dry. ly sent the shoelaces with Jenni pasted up another note. Thinsulate comes 45 inches wide and ranges in price form $3 to $7 depending on the weight you choose. It is not recommended to insulate urethane coated nylon, it is fabric. It will not allow perspiration to evaporate, therefore allowing your inner clothing to become damp resulting in a loss of body heat. cork-boar- le in late summer. . j Bulletin Board MtliSTT MY...VMJ BO! ee to introduce a complete health center to the women of Northern Utah. Southern Idaho Women's Center will centralize and Wyoming The McKay-De- e medical expertise, technology and a complete list of programs designed specifically for a woman's needs. Offerings will include complete obstetrical care, gynecological facilities, neonatal intensive care, educational seminars and individual and group counseling to name a Lakeside Review Wednesday, April 25, 1984 Rain Or Shine The McKay-DWomen's Center will meet the physical and emotional needs of women of all ages. Many programs are now in place and others will be added until the facility is complete A McKay-De- i non-allerge- seal out water. Because elastic is used, the suit can be made a lit- 8A South Edition For the times and seasons of a woman's life there is now a place where specific and sensitive attention can be given to problems and needs. Please call us for detailed information on the new McKay-De- e Womens Center. We are here just for you. Call today... McKay-De-e Women's Center 627-280- 0. few. 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