Facet No. 1 The Two A's"An ideal homemaker is lovely to look at and lovely to be around--she has a wholesome attitude and a pleasing appearance. She has the courage to be happy and strives to live above the faults of moodiness, sulkiness, and complaining. She is gracious and thoughtful and is consequently adored by her family and admired by all who know her."---The Art of HomemakingNote the illustration of the homemakers. Now note the fact that I don't even measure up to the bad example ... View the Post

Chapter 1 in "The Art of Homemaking" defines the ideal homemaker by comparing her to a diamond. (I know, I know, just bear with me here...remember this book was written while my parents were still in grade school...) "Just as each diamond is cut a little differently in order to make many facets, so is each homemaker a distinct individual with her own special traits and talents. But in both diamonds and homemakers, certain qualities must be present if each is to sparkle brilliantly..."Ms. Hoole ... View the Post

Awhile ago a ran across this little gem at a thrift store. Loving all things vintage (and kitchy) I bought it without question. That afternoon I unloaded my finds and added this piece of work onto one of my bookshelves and promptly forgot about it. There it sat, for months, until one night I couldn't sleep and was perusing my book shelves for a good read. And what a good read it was. This book was written in 1969 and is now out of print but it's advice on the art of homemaking is classic. Many ... View the Post