Non-toxic beeswax compound

Melt, under low temperature, one part beeswax, shaved or cut into small pieces, over a hot plate or in double-boiler. After wax is melted, remove from heat and add in an equal part of pharmaceutical grade mineral oil. Mix well and let it cool to a creamy consistency. Use mixture: 1) to condition and waterproof boots, saddles, bags or other leather products by rubbing into the leather with a dry, clean cloth, working it in well along seams. Let dry, then buff to shine; 2) to coat hand tools, shovels, cast iron pieces to prevent rust from forming. This includes treating wood handles to preserve and protect them from degrading; 3) as a wood finish on bare wood. Apply paste with a cotton rag, working it into the grain, then buff.