Stepping Back into Vintage

I was doing my 1950s housewife workout the other day and noticed dust where I never thought of dust accumulating, under the very edge of the dresser. Just goes to show shifting angles makes a huge difference. I immediately dusted this area, but it made me think of other areas that might need dusting. I recently started sweeping the floor daily and next I would like to add daily dusting, like a true 1950s housewife. Some places to dust I wouldn’t have thought of:

Baseboards

The actual objects you’re moving to dust

The ac units

The fans (think about the dust that can start floating around!)

The top of the refrigerator

The top of the microwave if it’s above the stoves it’s a gap

Lighting fixtures

Baseboard heaters

Under the bottom edge of furniture

Definitely dusting tomorrow. Today I spot mopped the floor because I hate mopping and thought this would be a good way to get actual stains before mopping the whole floor tomorrow. I actually found dried gum stuck in the grout and had to pry it out with a knife (neither of us chew gum so no idea).

Later this week I will share a vintage haul I gained over the weekend on my trip to the land of antique stores on every corner.

Till next time!

Nicole

I have always loved dressing up but recently have enjoyed a more 1950s and 1960s style. Because of my interest in the fashion I have been doing research which lead to a growing love for the caring of the home and family. While I prefer a dishwasher and will never willingly wash dishes I do love the attention to detail and precision of homemaking in the 50s. As I journey down this rabbit hole I would like to document my findings and share what works for me and what just isn’t to my taste. For instance, I don’t really cook so cooking will not be part of this blog. But I hope you will enjoy the fashion, beauty, health care, and home care that I document here.