Hints on flower displays, rubber gloves
Dear Heloise: If you’re given flowers, set them in front of a mirror. The bouquet will look twice as large. While at thrift sale, seek vases of various sizes. Every room should have some red color because it brings the room to life. You can also pick one color to use in three places in each room; it creates an inviting and welcoming scene. Using your favorite soothing color throughout the home makes for a harmonious look. Remember, if you like it, it will look great in your space.
I also have another hint. If you have trouble removing rubber gloves, grab a wet rag to tug them off easier. If the gloves should develop a leak, transition them to be used for dry projects. To keep your skin moistruized, designate a lip balm tube that you can rub onto your knuckles/ dry skin while you wear work gloves. You can also wear disposable gloves to bed after liberally lubricating your cracked hands.
Thanks, Heloise, for always helping us in a new way.
— T.L.B. Martinsburg, W.Va.
Coleslaw dressing from the ’60s
Dear Heloise: I found your mother’s Coleslaw Dressing recipe in the 60s, after asking a friend what Coleslaw Dressing recipe she used. My friend told me that she just mixed mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar until it tasted right. Luckily, I came upon your mother’s recipe, and it tasted just right to me. I have used your mother’s Coleslaw Dressing recipe for over 50 years. Here it is: 2 tablespoons vinegar 1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup mayonnaise Mix and moisten salad with dressing. Keep unused portions in the refrigerator.
I usually make a double batch to keep on hand for coleslaw, carrot and raisin salad as well as a fruit salad of chopped apples, celery and craisins. I have shared the recipe many times.
— Jan Thompson via email
Pet pal
Dear Heloise: This is Kringle, our 5-year-old Golden Retriever. His name is Kringle because we got him two days before Christmas.
This picture features his classic begging pose that he pulls when we are on the couch munching on something. This doggie is the gentlest thing on earth. Thanks for your helpful column.
— Martha Kenne
Dexter, Minn. Readers, to see Kringle and our other Pet Pals, go to Heloise.com and click on “Pet of the Week.”
Do you have a furry friend to share with our readers? Send a photo and a brief description to Heloise@Heloise.com. — Heloise
Send a money-saving or time-saving hint to Heloise@Heloise.com. I can’t answer your letter personally but will use the best hints received in my column.