A LOVELY EFFECT
FOR LARGE FLOWER BOWL. To give a lovely effect to a large flower-bowl fix candles on the bottom of the bowl by melting the wax at the lower end to spread and form a base. Be sure the wick is covered with wax to protect it from water. The flowers, the glow of the candes, and the reflection in the water make an entrancing effect.
If a tray of cold water is placed in the bottom shelf of the oven when cooking it equalises the heat and there is no fear of cakes or tarts burning. suddenly.
Add one tablespoonful of butter to the boiling fruit when making jam and you will find that it improves the flavour.
After your blanket has been washed and aired hang it on the line and lightly-beat it. The result is that the beating raises the wool and buff and your blanket is like new.
When a silver teapot is not in use, keep some unused tea leaves in it. This will prevent any mustiness and the flavour of the tea will not be spoiled when the teapot is used.
If the tin of boot polish has hardened, add three or four drops of turpentine and stir it in well with a matchstick.
To remove black specks from mirrors, dip a flannel or a cork in either spirits of wine or turpentine, and rub the specks; then polish with powdered whiting.
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Wairarapa Times-Age, 13 June 1939, Page 8
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240A LOVELY EFFECT Wairarapa Times-Age, 13 June 1939, Page 8
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