Posts tagged: dishes


The Zipper Cup.

By Chrisjob

Zipper Cup

The modern interlocking zipper was perfected in 1914 by Swedish-born Gideon Sundback. "Sundbäck developed a version based on interlocking teeth, the "Hookless No. 2", which was the modern metal zipper in all its essentials. In this fastener each tooth is punched to have a dimple on its bottom and a nib or conical projection on its top. The nib atop one tooth engages in the matching dimple in the bottom of the tooth that follows it on the other s » READ MORE

November 09, 2009
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How to Make a Clean/Dirty Dishwasher Sign

By DIY Maven

created at: 2009-08-07

Oh, this is good! Not only is Future Girl's clean/dirty dishwasher sign practical it's hilarious.

August 05, 2009
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How to Get Your Dishwasher to Actually Clean Your Dishes.

By Chrisjob

I know, I know. It seems entirely counterintuitive. It seems a bit lazy. Perhaps even unsanitary.

But the reason your dishwasher isn't getting all your flat- and serveware entirely clean?

June 13, 2009
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Caring for Fine Silver

By TheHome

created on: 08/13/08As with china and crystal, Replacements recommends hand cleaning for silver. Silver’s finish actually improves with daily use, what better reason to use it regularly! Silver pieces that are used regularly will develop a "patina", which is actually a blending of thousands of microscopic scratches. This patina creates a beautiful satin finish. Rotate the use of all of your pieces to create an even "patina" throughout your set. After using you » READ MORE

August 13, 2008
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Knit Your Own Scrubbie Sponges.

By Chrisjob

 

These handmade scrubbie dish sponges are far more attractive than disposable options, and certainly more eco-friendly. This well photographed tutorial from Berlin's Whimsy will help you customize your kitchen in no time.

 

Via.

May 29, 2008
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How To Set A Table

By Chrisjob
I've never been much for following the "rules" of domesticity, but it's always good to know some of the old tricks. I picked this one up working at a fancy-schmancy restaurant in college.
 

1. Begin by placing the dinner plate directly in front of the seat. If using a placemat, position it squarely and place the plate on top, directly in the center.

2. Fold the napkin and lay it, with the folded edge to the left, on the left side of the dinner plat » READ MORE
May 24, 2007
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