Lamp shade care tip saves cloth shades with vacuum use
Dear Heloise explains how brushing dust from silk and cloth lamp shades can push dust into fibers. Use a vacuum attachment without a brush to suck dust off to prolong shade life and prevent rotting. Also suggests repurposing a plastic shower curtain under a high chair to catch spills.
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OMIT starch in laundry for linens and out of season clothes
A reader asks to omit starch when washing linens and out of season garments before storage. Silverfish feed on starched fabrics, so wash and rinse thoroughly to protect fibers. Do not waste energy ironing stored items as they will need re-ironing later.
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Peanut butter tip and atomic works note
A reader shares a home tip to soften thick peanut butter by placing it in a dish over hot water, stirring until smooth. The message also mentions Doris For a mother of five and a playful request to kiss all five, plus a brief reference to the Hanford Atomic Works near Pasco Wash being set up as a full scale plant for atomic weapons materials.
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