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HOW TO WASH COLLARS AND CUFFS
A task of unbelievable complexity in 1903.
HOW TO WASH, STIFFEN AND IRON A PALE BLUE MUSLIN BLOUSE
Another task of unbelievable complexity in 1903.
PIANOFORTE FRONTS: AND HOW TO DECORATE THEM
Does your piano look boring? If so, liven it up with flowers and cupids.
LAMPIANA: AN IDYLL OF LAMPS AND SHADES
Everything you need to know about the non-exploding oil lamp; maintenance, safety precautions, cleaning etc. The article also digresses to instructions for making that most useful of items - the tissue paper shaving ball.