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 side of the board. Several thicknesses of a woolen bed blanket also make a satisfactory padding. After the padding is tacked to the board, cover the board with several thicknesses of muslin. Draw the outside muslin tightly and smoothly, rolling it over edge and sewing it securely or tacking it to the under side of the board.

For coat making, you will need a sleeve board. (See Fig.60.) This, too, needs a thick padding.

An electric iron is a great convenience but not a necessity. A one burner gas stove or a small oil stove and an ordinary flat iron make a practical substitute.

Do not try to get along without an iron and ironing board.

Pressing is One of the Most Essential Things in Garment Making.—It is impossible to do neat work unless each piece is pressed before joining and every edge pressed before stitching.

Include in your pressing outfit a press cloth, a basin for water, and a small sponge.

Duck makes the best press cloth as it does not cling to the iron. The press cloth ought to be about a yard and a quarter long.