Houses and homes Book

Recapture the spirit of a bygone era by learning the ways and customs of our grandmother's generation. This beautiful book gathers together the best of traditional housekeeping skills, which are guaranteed to make a house a home, keep cherished possessions looking their best, and help the home run with smooth efficiency. Each of the four chapters -- On the Table, The Linen Press, Body and Soul, and Treats in Store -- introduce us to different aspects of traditional housekeeping. There are recipes for good old-fashioned cleaning products guaranteed to add shine, sparkle and scent to the home, as well as advice on caring for wood, metal, silverware, ceramics, and all types of household linen. There are enchanting projects to make, such as lavender bottles to scent a linen drawer and aromatic padded hangers for the wardrobe. From grandmother's medicine chest there are natural healing herbal teas, skin salves, compresses, and tinctures to ease pain and a whole range of beauty products that are delightful to make as gifts, or use for yourself. For the pantry there are delicious recipes for home-made chutneys, pickles, flavored oils, preserves, and vinegars, all made using natural ingredients. Lavishly illustrated with 150 beautiful photographs, Household Wisdom is a charming and nostalgic yet practical guide to timeless living that can be used, enjoyed, and valued by all modern readers.