10 JANUARY 1958, Page 26

For Overseas Readers The 'Do It Yourself habit, a necessity

in the remoter parts of the world, has now become something of a craze in Britain and the US, especially in such matters as house decoration, furniture making and small-boat building. A prize of six guineas is offered for either a 'Do It Yourself calypso or a work song for 'Do It Yourself' husbands and wives. Limit 16 lines.

This competition is open to all readers living outside the British Isles. Entries, addressed 'Overseas Competition No. 3,' 99 Gower Street, London, WC1, by February 25. Results on March 14.