July 1960

Rent a water vacation

WHAT is luxury? The Roalmans recommend this definition: to be able to get up in the morning, walk a few feet, dive into a quiet lake. That's luxury. That's also houseboat living, as we-- five of us-- experienced on one of the least expensive, most delightful vacations we've ever had. (To rent a houseboat, see page 26.)

FLOWERS in servers!

It's NEWS to me!

LET'S GET LOST...

A sweep of space right down the middle gives this compact house breathing room. During the day, it's all open from the deck and dining area to the parents' "bedroom" (a folding partition can close the sleeping area at night). Children's bunks are in the wing at left; all work-space and plumbing are concentrated in right wing. A raised wood deck rims the house on two sides --youngsters (and adults, too) can come from a swim right to shower and de-sanding room.

OUTDOOR LIVING right at home!

We like Hammocks!

Summer Symphony

Step-by-step guide to basic arrangement techniques

If flowers are to give you lasting enjoyment, there are a few basic facts with which you must acquaint yourself. Once you have become familiar with fundamentals for placing flowers in a bowl, you will automatically find yourself creating new, fresh, and pleasing ways of arranging your flowers to suit your personality.

Cool, cool WHITE!

"HELE MAI AI"

A supper or luncheon with a Hawaiian theme and spiked with Island gaiety is all it takes for a party.

HALF-A-LOAF SUMMER SANDWICHES

Reserve 8 sausages for trim; chop remaining sausages and combine with green pepper, celery, onions, eggs, salad dressing, and salt. Cut bread lengthwise in half; butter one half and spread with egg mixture. Brown the reserved sausages in small amount hot fat; drain.

A house you'll never wear out!

How to get plans

Five Star Home 3007, shown on page 78, is one of a monthly series for which you can buy complete plans with the following features:

Letter perfect

LAWN MOWERS

Understanding your Preschooler

Two-and-a-half has been termed the most exasperating age in the preschool phase. The child seems to swing from one extreme to another. From wild exuberance, he may suddenly switch to quiet submissiveness; from aggressive boldness to shy clinging; from intense activity to complete inactivity. He gives the impression of going in opposite directions simultaneously.

Get personal help at a Home Planning Center in furnishing and decorating your home

Look for this Better Homes & Gardens "Home Planning Center" seal when you're looking for ideas to help make your home more comfortable and attractive. It identifies leading stores which feature personal counsel in furnishing and decorating your home.

GARAGE STORAGE

The FIFTH of July

The net of circumstances that brought this end about had been a long time in developing. One might say that it had begun with Nicholas Cugnot who, in 1769, had succeeded in making a self-powered vehicle move upon the streets of Paris. One might say that it had begun with a fit of temper in Georgia in 1945. Or one could say that it began with something as admirable as Charlie Godwin's devotion to his mother.

How to get more from your GARDEN HOSE

JULY GARDEN REMINDERS

Water: Garden plants have critical need now for more water. Shrubs, trees, and many kinds of flowers and vegetables have much foliage by the time weather turns hot and dry. Water deeply each week.

the man next door

Politically, things seem normal. The incredible turmoil and chaos promised by one group if they lose is offset by the fantastic prosperity and happiness promised by the other group if they win.