How to amuse yourself and others : the American girl's handy book (1887)
Beard, Lina, Beard, Adelia B. (Adelia Belle), 1857-1920 · New York : Charles Scribner's Sons · leaf 278
e cents perpound, and about fifty pounds will be required. If possible buyit moist, but if dry, put it into an earthenware jar, or anythingthat will hold water, and cover with clear water. Let it remainuntil thoroughly moistened; then with a stick stir the clayaround as, when a small girl, you did… … /ic/,m When it is dry enough not to be muddy and is still pliable,it is in a fit condition to work with. It is necessary to keepyour hands perfectly clean and conveni-ences for washing them should be handy.Do not use muddy water or a dustytowel. Use any tools that will produce theresult desired…