Sherry Driver, Englewood, CO says "I snip off all four corners of the fabric to prevent raveling. I sort it by color and put it in the washer with the family laundry. I hang it up to dry. Since I snip the four corners, I can alway tell what's been washed."
Ann Foss, Brooklyn NY says "My prewash formula is as follows: less than one-half yard fabric, I do it in hot water in the sink; more than 2 yards, I wash it in hot water in the washing machine. Anything in between, I take in the shower with me. I use detergent only if fabrics come from a store that allows smoking, or if the fabric seems dirty."
(These tips are excerpted from Tips for Quilters compiled by Rachel T. Pellman)
Oatmeal Crisps Hazel McMillian
1 C shortening 1 tsp soda
1 C brown sugar 1 tsp salt
1 C granulated sugar 3 C quick oats
2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla
1-1/2 C sifted flour 1/2 C black walnuts
optional
Cream shortening and add sugars. Add eggs and vanilla. Beat well. Sift together flour, salt and soda. Add to creamed mixture. Stir in oats and nuts and mix well.
Form dough into rolls 1-1/2 inches in diameter. Wrap in waxed paper and chill thoroughly. When ready to bake, slice in 1/4 inch slices and bake on ungreased baking sheet for 10 minutes at 350*.
To bake as soon a dough is made, drop by rounded teaspoonful onto cookie sheet about two inches apart.
Dough freezes well and 1 pkg butterscotch or chocolate bits can be added if desired. Makes about 5 dozen cookies.
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