Cindy's Tips
COOL SLEEPING...THE OLD-TIME WAY
How did our ancestors do it? With a "summer spread," an unlined (or lightly lined) quilt, often simply pieced and embroidered. (Redwork was a favorite technique.) Sometimes the quilt top was backed with a sheet, the edges turned and whipstitched together. Sometimes the top was left unbacked, and the raw seams turned over and handstitched, french seam-style. White, cool muslin was the main ingredient in these refreshing pieces. |
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| How do I clean synthetic hankies – like the ones from around WWII? |
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How do I clean synthetic hankies – like the ones from around WWII? The synthetic hankies I know best are those flimsy, really lacy-looking ones in solid colors. I have a few that mention different countries; Mexico, especially. I tried machine washing these and they just disintegrated. Your best bet is gently soaking them in a mild detergent or hand soap in the sink or a bowl for, say, an hour. Lukewarm water. Then rinse and lay flat to dry. (The iron will shred them too – I also found that out the hard way!) Cindy |
