The Illustrated Hints, Tips & Household Skills The Practical, Step-by-step Home Reference Manual

One of the first comprehensive illustrated home reference manuals for everyone who wants to manage a comfortable, clean, neat and safe home with the least possible expense and effort.Divided into five clear sections for easy reference, the subjects covered include basic home skills, from wallpapering to titling shelves; problem solving and repairs, from emergency first-aid treatment to identifying the inner workings of your washing machine; cleaning and home hints; wonderful home cooking and baking; and perfect home skills, from making curtains and entertaining with flair and ease, to arranging flowers and caring for and displaying indoor container plants.-- Over 600 full color photographs and illustrations, including step-by-step projects throughout.-- Advice on stain removal, first aid, cleaning, security and child safety.-- How to cut costs and save time while maintaining your home in tip-top condition.