The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1897-05-30
HINTS FOR THE HOUSEHOLD.

Floral decorations for dinner and luncheon
tables are as subject to strict rules as the cos
tunes OF a guest. The beautiful horse chestnut
blossoms. mingled with delicate ferns, were the
desirable AID unusual table decoration while
they were in their prime. sharing their popu.
fragrant white lilac. Att lily of the valley
luncheon these dainty flowers were beautifully
the Table Oh on u pubs Of green N bi ii o SIP sTR.F VIII I1
festoons of green ribbon starting from Il like a
Soagn Ppi Of li Iss e Of 9Se v wies f for each 'S T1a a
The dishes were designed with a view OF carry.
ing out the green and white coloring.
A roll of old muslin and soft linens is ono Of
the important articles that are most likely to be
forgotten In the confusion OF the summer pack.
ing. Lay the roll in the tray Of a trunk now and
~ II is needed for an emergency it may be quick
ly reached.
Try putting tansy leaves in the winter blankets
when packing them away. In former genera
tons moth balls were not known, but tansy
leaves were freely sprinkled among the furs,
blankets and ,woollen clothing put out OF
harms way during the summer months. and
such things always came out fresh and sweet in
the fall.
The stone steps of houses situated upon the
shady side of the street. particularly il the sea-
son is at all a wet one, are liable to have a green
messy coloring come upon them. 1t is said that
chloride OF lime will efectually remove it II the
llUlt 10 HllAtu j tolu water until IL IS ike a
thick whitewash. A stick should be used for
stirring. With an old brush apply this thickly
over the steps; leave II on for several hours and
then wash II off with a stout, stubby broom and
cold water, scrubbing 1t well and using plenty
OF water.
To stand in a porcelain lined bathtub IL as
risky a proceeding as to stand upon glare ice.
and there is much danger of slipping and being
seriously hurt. Mats made like Turkish towel.
ling, but much thicker, and OF the size of the
bathtub are made to be placed in the bottom Of
such tubs. They are heavy enough TO keep their
place and afford a secure footing.
Commemoration Jubilee articles will make
quite a feature in the world OF trade this sum.
mer. There are jubilee sunshades and belt deco.
~rations; jubilee fans, very allegorical in design;
jubilee cushions in many coIors and Queen Vic.
toria's portrait on the satin and jubilee purses
and ribbons.
The delicate chiffon. 80 much used, may 10
cleaned and freshcned by first steaming it and
then placing it lightly upon a plate and standing
II in the oven to dry.
Hair cloth that is used for furniture covering
makes an admirable cleaner and whip for up
holstered furniture. Take half a yard and fringe
II out, leaving about an eighth OF a yard; roll
this upon a long stick and fasten IL securely,
Small pieces of hair cloth make the best OF
bonnet brushes. Strips Of the cloth. five or six
inches deep. should have each edge travelled out,
leaving one side deeper than the other. and re.
the holder. Roll the strips into a tight. close
roll. keeping the frinRed edges even. Sew tho
unraveleo part very securely. and cover with q
piece OF two-inch wide bright-colored ribbon.