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Show If you get tired running up and down stairs, think of the poor staii carpet having the whole familj running up and down over it. Buy stair carpet a foot or so longer than necessary, so it can be shifted shift-ed when it begins to show signj of wear. To avoid needle marks when shortening a raincoat, use adhesive adhe-sive tape as a hem binder instead of sewing. To lengthen it later, just remove the adhesive tape. To remove a tight glass stopper, wrap around the neck of the bottle a cloth that has been wrung out of hot water, or soak it in vinegar for a while. Work it gently and it will soon loosen. Always keep on hand a package of fancy paper plates. Then when taking cookies or cake to a neighbor neigh-bor or friend, put the gift on one of these, with' or without a paper doily. The food looks attractive, and the plate doesn't need to be returned. ... Keep a small box near your laundry tubs. You'll find it convenient con-venient to hold the buttons, snaps and other pieces that may come off clothes during the washing process. ... Dip your measuring cup or spoon in scalding hot water just before measuring molasses. You'll find the molasses will run out easily. eas-ily. ... When mending woolens, a thread drawn from the hem or side will make a neat and inconspicuous incon-spicuous darn. Otherwise, use a mercerized thread in a matching shade. Darn on the right side. Do not use a knot as there is no strain on the material. |