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Vintage 1975 Purex Detergent Advertisement – Corn Husk Nativity & Christmas Crafts
Original vintage double-sided magazine clipping from Woman\'s Day Magazine, December 1975, measuring approximately 8\" × 11\". Features a colorful Purex Heavy-Duty Detergent advertisement on the front and a beautifully illustrated Christmas craft article featuring handmade corn husk decorations on the back.
A nostalgic piece of 1970s advertising, household history, traditional American folk art, and holiday crafting ephemera.
Front: Full-page Purex Heavy-Duty Detergent advertisement featuring the bold headline \"Get out this year\'s dirt, at last year\'s prices.\"
The colorful design showcases a large vintage Purex detergent box surrounded by neatly folded stacks of clothing in classic 1970s colors and patterns. The advertisement emphasizes the brand\'s cleaning performance and affordable pricing, concluding with the slogan \"And get clothes Purex clean.\"
A wonderful example of 1970s laundry product advertising, vintage packaging, and household marketing.
Back: Features a full-page illustrated article titled \"Holiday Charmers from Down on the Farm,\" written by Dorothy Roe.
The article highlights Missouri craftswoman Jewel Sanders and her handmade corn husk dolls, Christmas decorations, and traditional folk art creations.
Three beautiful color photographs showcase a handcrafted Nativity crèche with the Holy Family and Three Kings, a decorative straw wreath featuring corn husk figures, and a delicate corn husk angel ornament.
The article explores the history of corn husk dolls, Sanders\' creative techniques, and her home-based craft business. It also references additional angel-making instructions on page 160, which is not included.
A charming example of 1970s Christmas decorating traditions, rural craftsmanship, and American folk art.
Details
Year: 1975
Source: Woman\'s Day Magazine, December 1975
Type: Original double-sided vintage magazine clipping
Approximate Size: 8\" × 11\"
Printing: Color advertisement and illustrated magazine article
Quantity: One clipping featuring front and back
Featured Brand: Purex Heavy-Duty Detergent
Additional Content: Corn husk Nativity scene, Christmas wreath, angel ornament, and folk art article
Authenticity: Original vintage paper, not a reproduction
Condition: Good vintage condition with light age-related toning, minor surface wrinkles, gentle handling wear, and slight edge and corner imperfections. The original colors remain attractive, and the printed text and photographs are clearly visible. Please review all photographs carefully for the actual condition of this original vintage magazine clipping.
Free Shipping: Carefully packaged with protective backing to help preserve the vintage paper.
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