Jasper County Democrat, Volume 5, Number 36, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 13 December 1902 — Brush Handles and Backs. [ARTICLE]

Brush Handles and Backs.

The backs and handles of ebony brushes should he rubbed over with a very little boiled linseed oil after washing and then rubbed with a soft duster till every vestige of oil ia removed. Special care is needed in cleaning initials on these, and only a very little slightly moistened whiting should be used, or it is apt to leave a nasty white mark on the wood, which is extremely difficult to remove. In brushing the whiting

off after cleaning be carelui not to scratch the ebony, for once scratched it is spoiled. New Use For Chamois Skins. A new way to use chamois skin has come to light, and doilies in the natural vivid yellow or the gray and red shades which are to he found among art furnishing decorate the polished top of the funchqpn table. Of course these leather mats are decorated, and opportunity is thus offered for the amateur to do some effective work, although no particular qjnount of skill is required. Roses, chrysanthemums and nasturtiums make excellent subjects when due regard is paid to the color effect. Covers For Tables. A shabby table or one that is defaced by stains or a handsome one that is wanted for a card or refreshment table may lie covered with a felt or cloth cover. Get a piece of the material of the proper size, make it with a slim string all round, seeing it is large enough to cover the edges of the table, and the string may be drawn up tightly when the cover is needed.