| Show woman domars s world keeping your accessories neat Is must for good grooming alla I 1 IN IT SUMMER most women think of we wearing ar ng their belr gloves a second time yet in winter ter they wear a black or brown pair day after day and week after week the same is true of their skirts and dresses its widely known that our standards of cleanliness are higher in bummer than in winter because most of the things are light and show dirt more readily but dont things get just as dirty even it if they are dark the best way I 1 know to keep yourself well groomed is to make a schedule tor for the whole week weeks s cleaning and then stick to it no matter what happens it if you want to wash all your things every evening well and good it if you want to devote one night to your gloves and handkerchiefs adker another one to another to blouses etc do that but plan to go through with it it if you have ever had bad the unfortunate experience of waiting until something iome thing became really soiled be tore ore you washed it then you have learned earned an exceedingly important lesson in daily care frequent quick washings are much easier on all accessories cess ories and fine clothing than the occasional prolonged washing which ma may y all but ruin the material double stocking wear by correct washing hosiery is something that should be washed daily its hard on stockings to let them become too soiled because the fibers are delicate and prolonged washing to get them really clean undoubtedly will reduce the wear make it EL a habit to put on give your accessories clean hose every time you change them look smarter and wear longer remove rings and other jewelry before removing hose mend any holes before laundering rich lukewarm suds made with a very mild soap are best if the water is too warm it has a tendency to fade hosiery dye always have suds ready as rubbing with a cake at soap frequently causes holes squeeze the suds through the stockings Bloc kings without soaking or rubbing I 1 so 0 prevent weakening the threads if the hose have stubborn spots lay the wet hose in the palm of the sand and dip the finger tips in the suds work the tips of the fingers gently over the spots and continue squeezing quee zing rinse thoroughly here again in lukewarm water roll in a turkish their proper cleaning treatment owel to get out the excess moisture ind hang them where there is no tendency en dency tor for the hose t to 0 snag correct washing will save the Rasti rusticity city of the hose and g give ive you more attractive and comfortable wear besides it a pleasure to lave freshly clean well laundered lose to put on every time you dress and once you have a favorite pair pail of hose that is a color you really like as well as length and fit dont you want to keep them as long as possible select washable gloves for economy your gloves always will look crisp and neat it if they are washed frequently to prevent dirt from be coming Im bedded in them and dont ever believe that washing will shorten the life of gloves actually it makes them last longer it is possible to wash almost all american made leather gloves il you do so with care but first look at the label to make certain it is marked washable cool and rich suds are necessary but they should be made with a mild soap that gives a nice lather the best way is to wash gloves on the hands with the exception ol of chamois and doeskin just as though you actually were washing your hands it if you are doing several pairs of gloves use fresh water tor for each color glove the rubbing always should be gentle as hard rubbing will remove natural oils light suds in the rinse water will restore oil which washing has removed from the leather be sure water is the same tempera ture as that used tor for washing when removing from the hands roll or slide the gloves off starting at the wrist do not tug at the fingers or the cuff as this weakens the stitching and stretches the leather express the moisture by rolling in a turkish towel unroll immediately and blow in the gloves to puff into shape dry indoors away from excessive heat finger press gloves while slightly damp this means gently but firmly working the leather between your houi fingers to restore the original softness and appearance safe care adds beauty to blouses and sweaters many blouses can be laundered at al home but check the label so you can be certain here again rich mild suds are indicated made with just barely warm water wash with a series of never t twisting sting or wringing hard whether hether it is knitwear lingerie blouse slip or another fine fabric accessory rinse in lukewarm water several times how many times Is often a question so I 1 think it is safe to say the garment Is thoroughly rinsed when the water comes out clear you may knead out the excess moisture by rolling in a turkish towel but never leave anything rolled that is colored as the garment may streak ease the garment back tc original measurements press according to directions some garments are ironed when dry others othen while damp and all require differ ent ironing temperatures sweaters are cleaned as described above with a big emphasis on no nc rubbing squeezing is the important thing if you want to preserve the softness and prevent shrinkage after a thorough rinsing knead out the excess moisture then lay on another turkish towel easing out to original measurements take these before wa washing and pin out to the wrong side of something firm keep sweaters away from excessive heat while drying |
