To Prevent a Blister on the Heel
December 29th, 2021
If shoes slip and cause blisters on the heels, rub paraffin on the stocking. In a short time the slipping will stop.
Source: Fowler’s Household Helps, A.L. Fowler
To Prevent A Blister On The Heel
July 28th, 2021
If shoes slip and cause blisters on the heels, rub paraffin on the stocking. In a short time the slipping will stop.
Source: Fowler’s Household Helps, A.L. Fowler
To Prevent Mold on Top of Glasses of Jelly
April 3rd, 2017
Melt paraffine and pour over the jelly after it is cold. No brandy, paper, or other covering is necessary.
Source: Things Mother Used To Make, L.M. Gurney
To Prevent Mold on the Top of Glasses of Jelly
October 27th, 2016
Lay a lump of paraffine on the top of the hot jelly, letting it melt and spread over it. No brandy paper and no other covering is necessary. If preferred the paraffine can be melted and poured over after the jelly is cold.
Source: The White House Cookbook, F.L. Gillette