Polk Progress in Polk, Nebraska

Home Craft Tips From An Old Source

Knots in wood should be sealed with a shellac coat before painting to prevent burning. Use shellac to seal resin and pitch in knots. For stove tops and windows, shellac helps weatherproof cracked panes and keeps breezes out. A buttered pot of water prevents pasta from boiling over. Refrigerated margarine on bread speeds breakfast prep. A damp cloth keeps a wet bowl steady for whipping.