Friday, March 05, 2004
Vintage tips
From 1003 Household Hints and Worksavers, the 1963 edition. [Apparently this pamphlet was a freebie you could get at your local bank; it probably had a different cover, depending on the bank. Mine has pictures of the various branches of The Western Savings Bank of Buffalo. I don't think this bank still exists, but at least one of the buildings looks familiar; I'll have to drive around this weekend and see if I can spot them.]
From 1003 Household Hints and Worksavers, the 1963 edition. [Apparently this pamphlet was a freebie you could get at your local bank; it probably had a different cover, depending on the bank. Mine has pictures of the various branches of The Western Savings Bank of Buffalo. I don't think this bank still exists, but at least one of the buildings looks familiar; I'll have to drive around this weekend and see if I can spot them.]
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Rhinestone pins and buckles turn "brand new" when soaked in gasoline for about 15 minutes, then rubbed with a flannel cloth. [I wouldn't try this on your rhinestone-studded cigarette holder.]
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Another way to give your veils the nice smooth firmness and body you want is to place a piece of waxed paper over them when ironing. Even rain-soaked veils will regain their look of newness with this treatment. [This really works. I once used it on the tulle skirt of a formal that had been mailed in a box and it sprang right back to life.]
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Plastic hangers are very ornamental and available in a variety of colors to match closet accessories. Designed functionally, with rounded corners, they are easy on your clothes. So easy to keep clean--just wipe with damp cloth. [Who cleans their hangers?]
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