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McHenry Plaindealer (McHenry, IL), 7 Jun 1978, p. 36

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Wall hangings for warmth and charm t The increased usage of modern furniture with the coolness of chrome and glass has created the need for marked individualism and' w a r m t h i n o u r h o m e environments. Pleasing and provocative to the eye, fabric wall hang­ ings can add dimension and character to apy wall space. "Weavings," says Don Freedman, the home furnish­ ings designer and young pres­ ident of Interlude, produc­ ers of fabric wall hangings, "enhance contemporary home settings by bringing warmth, texture and emotion into rooms." ^ ** Recognizing a desire to re­ turn to the use of natural ma- - terials in home furnishings, Don chooses fibers such as sisal, hemp, jute, cotton and r wool that are occasionally spiked with soft colors to SUPPLEMENT TO McHENRY PLAINDEALER • PAGE II weavings add fchaWand Sub­ tle grace to a wall space. Prompting personal in­ volvement and appreciation, the wall hangings can be presented singularly or as create dramatic statements filled with emotion and energy. His compositions range from artistic conceptions of sensual silhouettes and cavelike figures to geometric and abstract designs. "Wall hangings are not a new concept," Don Freed­ man continues. "As far back as the Middle Ages tapestrie$ were used to add warmth to stone interiors." Freedman's designs have inspired warmth through the combination of1 rough tex­ tures, weaves and colors such as sand, slate blue, earth browns and orange as well as through the use of soft, curvaceous lines such as draped strands of fiber to achieve a sensual feeling. Because of their textural na­ ture and nubbiness, the WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7,1978 parTof a decorative w^jf ar­ rangement and might include Don Freedman's *Mt)eep Pas­ sage," which is crafted of undygd woolen fibers rich in intricate braid and tassel ac­ cents. Because the home is an expression of the people who jive there, fabric wall hang­ ings add the attendant per­ sonal touch to today's con­ temporary styles. WALL HANGINGS HANDWOVEN in nftural fibers bring warmth, textare and emotion into contemporary home settings," says Don Freeaman, home furnishings designer and president of Interlude, producers of ex­ pressive and unusual weavings. Freedman's "Deep Passage," crafted of undyed woolen fibers and Wch in intricate braid and tassel accents, adds the attendant personal touch to today's changing styles. SEE you AT THE FAIR! Your Real Estate Questions can be sftlved by visiting us at the TRADE FAIR While You Are There Register For Drawing For FREE IORO LAWNMOWIR 815-385-4880 w m IESER MORE l«1S N. MCNMONO to.. McHKNtY. M. I TRADE FAIR SPECIALS REFRIGERATORS From W White Westinghouse Heavy Duty Tumble-Action Space-Mates Heavy Duty Space-Mates features • Full size, full capacity lauftdry in 27" of floor space • Flexibility for under counter installation • Front loading • Tumble aption washing and drying • Interior lights • Safety door lock on each machine r- Models U7DE100 Space-Mates Standard Space-Mates with same installation, capacity and safety features as the Heavy Duty models Does not include Weigh'-to-Save™ scale, interior lights, End of Cycle signal, or decorative top. Available in white only. V . TRADE Reg. 719.90 FAIR SPECIAL SAVE S5Q00 ON THE PAIR New 17.6 Cu. Ft. Model with Eye-High Refrigerator & Bottom Freezer! Only 30" wide! Extra-large 6.6 Cu. Ft. Freezer is on the bottom! Big 11.1 cu. ft. refrigerator is up top & easy to load & unload! Optional Ice Maker -- add it now or later! Convertible Meat Keeper keeps meats fresh a full week without freezing -- converts to extra fresh storage! See thru crispers for easy viewing! Adjustable tempered glass canti levered half shelves! Textured "Leather Look" door fronts& reversible doors! Energy-Saver Switch! Full Width Freezer shelf, juice can rack! Glide-out frozen storage basket! TRADE FAIR SPECIAL White Westinghouse Model R8188A Reg. 599.95 WT. REGISTER FOR $50 GIFT CERTIFICATE - Participants must be 18 years old or older - CAREY Appliance 1241 N. Green St. SALES ft SERVICE 385-5500 McHenry, III.

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