1/4 oz. = 1 dessertspoonful, filled level.
4 gills = 1 pint = 3-1/2 teacupsful, or nearly 2 breakfastcupsful.
1 gill = 1 small teacupful.
10 unbroken eggs weigh about 1 lb.
1 oz. butter = 1 tablespoon heaped as much above the spoon as the spoon rounds underneath.
USEFUL UTENSILS.
BAKING DISHES.—Earthenware are the best.
BREAD GRATER.—The simple tin grater, price 1d., grates bread, vegetables, lemon rind, etc.
BASINS.—Large for mixing, small for puddings, etc.
EGG SLICE.—For dishing up rissoles, etc.