A Girl's Problems in Home Economics (Classic Reprint)

Mabel B. Trilling, Florence Williams

ISBN 10: 1330292413 ISBN 13: 9781330292419

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

Language: English

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Print on Demand. This book teaches you how to design, create, and maintain healthy and attractive clothing and home spaces. It aims to furnish you with the knowledge and skills to navigate the often overwhelming world of fabrics, patterns, decor, and home maintenance. Intended for the modern woman who has limited time and resources, each chapter takes you through a range of topics with step-by-step instructions and thoughtful advice. From basic sewing techniques and pattern selection to interior design principles and textile care, the author provides you with the tools to thoughtfully curate your wardrobe and living environment. The practical, down-to-earth approach this book takes makes it possible for any woman to create a stylish, comfortable, and healthy living space, as well as a closet full of attractive and well-made garments. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Title

A Girl's Problems in Home Economics (Classic Reprint)

Publisher

Forgotten Books

Publication Date

2022

Language

English

ISBN 10

1330292413

ISBN 13

9781330292419

Binding

Paperback

Condition

New

Book Type

print-on-demand item

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Home and Household

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Practical guidance for girls learning to manage clothes, home life, and decor.

This healthful, project-based text introduces clothing construction, dress design, fabrics, interior decoration, and keeping a home tidy and efficient. Written for junior high or beginning high school students, it blends hands-on practice with problem-solving to help readers apply lessons in real life.

The book presents a clear progression from planning and design to making garments and organizing a room. It emphasizes saving time and energy, developing good habits, and using real materials and patterns to build understanding. Throughout, the focus stays on practical skills readers can use in their own homes and wardrobes.

Hands-on sewing and garment construction, including choosing patterns and fabrics wisely
Guidance on dress design, color, proportion, and fitting for everyday wear
Lesson plans and classroom strategies aimed at building independent home economics skills
Interior decorating, room planning, and furnishing ideas tied to real-life budgeting

Ideal for readers beginning their exploration of home economics, or teachers seeking a classroom-ready text that covers both clothing and home care.

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Forgotten Books? Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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