Hints From Heloise

Mon., Oct. 28, 1996

King Features Syndicate

Dear Heloise: Love your column and read it all the time.

I am a male reader with a tip for guys and gals who change the oil and oil filter on their cars. Put on a pair of latex gloves when changing the oil and filter. If any oil drips on your hands, all you do is pull off the gloves and, presto, no oil on your hands. Saves cleanup time and you can throw the gloves away. - Louis Cantini, Rock Tavern, N.Y.

Other uses for buttons:

Use to promote drainage in a glass planter.

Put on each end of a drawstring to keep it from pulling through its casing.

Sew assorted sizes and colors all over the front of a girl’s shirt for a colorful touch.

String a variety of colors and sizes on elastic thread to make children’s “play” jewelry.

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