For Tired Eyes
February 2nd, 2025
Nothing is more restful to weary, throbbing eyes than a blindfold at bedtime, best made of an old black silk or lisle stocking. This is not a fancy, but a scientific fact, due to the perfect rest that absolute darkness insures to the sensitive nerves. If desired the band may be extended over the forehead, aiding greatly to free the brow from furrows. This, with the faithful use of hot water for the eyes, ought to relieve the optician of much of his work.
Source: 1001 Household Hints, Ottilie V. Ames
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