1. Paper Dresses Believe it or not, paper dresses were sold in department stores as a cheap, disposable fashion. Made of treated cellulose, they came in bold prints and colors, often promoting everything from pop art to political campaigns. They […]

1. Butter on Burns It was once common to smear butter on a fresh burn. The idea was that the fat would soothe the pain and keep it moist. Unfortunately, it actually trapped the heat in and increased the risk

1. Glass Milk Bottles Milk in the ’70s often still came in thick glass bottles delivered to your door or stacked in the dairy aisle. They were sturdy and reusable, with cardboard or foil caps that had to be pried

1. Monopoly Few games caused as much drama as Monopoly. Between buying properties, building hotels, and charging rent, it could turn family game night into a battle of wills. The game stretched on for hours, and somebody always ended up

1. Toaster Ovens with Exposed Coils Those old toaster ovens were practically an accident waiting to happen. The glowing red coils sat right there, daring curious fingers or an overly ambitious slice of bread to get too close. More than

1. Cold Cream for Everything Cold cream was the multitasking wonder of its time. Women used it to remove makeup, cleanse their skin, and moisturize—all in one jar. It left skin soft and smooth without complicated steps. In an era

1. Putting Whiskey on Teething Gums For years, parents were told to rub a little whiskey on a baby’s gums to soothe teething pain. It was believed the alcohol would numb the discomfort and help the baby sleep. In reality,