Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1898-02-17

IlhTFbt W bt WITH ONuE MIN
tnke tho lead in nav spripg imporra
tions, and are so woven as TO strongly
accentuate their special PECULIARLY.
IA for example, an open space--and
there are many open Space .herdmes
more marked when outlined by heavy
threads. This ia n constantly recurring
FEATURE appearing in somewhat con
ventionel manner, in goods woven In
small open squares held hy massive
cords, but lnnre unique varieties are
woven in successive patterns of hem
stitch ana ono inny rendily devine what
clash and stylu cun ha obtained in
gowns where surh surfaces show forth
on contrasting sllken gruundwUrks. The
two designs mentioned moreover, arc
indicative uf an almost incalchable
number Of fanciful patterns which
sometimes attain very bold dimensions
or again show forth in delicate dainti
ness that 10 extremely attractive.
Wheel patterns give additional change
and foretNl what is likewise to be
marked feature in spring goods-the
stimulation of lacp in dress materials.
With creator or less accuracy, such
copy,n2s appear and passing on from
Remi transparent goods such AZ have
heen mentioned, the Hearchsr for navel
tins may observe that lines of lace are
stitched on comparatively thick founda-
tons or again, that lace patterns pro.
duced in non Transparent goods, fall in
with the general iGeaa of the time. In
many al these non transparent fabrics,
color hecomBs IN important factor and
ths greater uumher show bold or deli
cately refined contrasts or are attractive
in different shades of one hue, but iu
the open weaves first mentioned, black
predominates for tho reason that it is
expectod to impart effective tone on
coorcd lininga or If lined by black, to
enhance the intrinsic elegance of that
sombre hue which according to circum-
stances, may be rendered expressive OF
the most opposite sentiments, Since
dress which does not express some
ssntilnent is hardly worthy OF the name
nnh hut slight reflection ia needed to
SNOW that black in the worl of color,
is an Indispensable ami most potent
element in showing forth that which
in itself is wholly lacking.
Plain weavea, in semi transparent
Agoods, are to be extremely popular,
u chiefly because more readily adapted to
Indifferent personalities, than styles which
xby many arc thought too marked for
sadoption. Plain grenadines that attract
81 by tineness and smooth surface are
N therefore conspicuous. also CLEANLINESS,
II nuns yelling, barsgo and other ma
81 terials on a like order, bid for selection,
not only on the mart Of buyers who want
n what is ipconspicuous, but from others
who seek for style. The last mentioned
fabrics likewise, will preferably be
made over silk and in general, the
rustling of silk sliirts will again send
forth the sound that has hitherto been
90 welcome In fashionable ears.
Plain cloths. Of course, are always in
demand, forming as they do. the only
suitable material for the tailor suit
that is now a necessity to well dressed
women. Some cloths otherwise plain,
ARE diversified by tucking5 woven in
and such additions are frequently OF
silk and in general it may be added
that tuckings produced by machinery,
are quite u feature in spring novelties.
Some elegant cloths, however, have
braided patterns woven in around the
skirt and at times these are graduated
and extend quite distance up.
Crepon wsaves, in high class goods,
have not only renewed a waning youth,
but appear with prestige avon greater
than has been the case. Perhaps thil
may be due to the remarkable elegance
in weave that is noticeable ant
BHIlDElHlly ~ lllH u lbuluTb III huCu d
show the surface rising ut intervals al
ii separated from its foundation. DE
lightful alterations of color arc super
added in many examples of apecia re
fnement, but the prominencs of blacl
may be regarded as feature ant
doubtless will give rise to that employ
ment of colurs on black, which ha
been productive of so much that D
tasteful. ...4
New millinery, while not marked
different in outlines anti materials elm
plnyed. from what has been seen, show
novel arrangements in garniturs ant
notifications of former styles. A note
worthy example OF this, is the enlarge
ment of flowers that in nature are amal
and their presentation in unwonte
colurs, as whore pansies are brought GU
in pins, burnt orange, blue or crimso
and of such size tnat three in "A bunc
form quite contribution in the wa
of trimming PRnaies in natural tiimen
sion and colors are nevertheless notice
able and tho aame may be said G
violets. which likewise have in som
cases undergone the magnifying process
and when ssen as hitherto, show move
arrangements III garlands. Rough {
open fancy straws prevail ami shapt
Scmaiu fancful and frequently displa
wide brims.
burnt orange ia tho name given
brilliant yellow color tinged with brow
that shades into yellow. Buttercup ye
low is a delicate hue Ou quite auotht
order and both will rival turquois
blue, mauve or the geranium colorH.
An effort will be- made TO bring ahot
the princesse dress. IL will be success
ful to some extent and tho Russia
blouse will also have limited patrol
age during spring and summer.
ANITA. Your poplin will be sure
fashionable again and your young lac
friend need feel no apprehension n
garding her corded silk. since cords a
marked feature in new goods and a
often seen running across the breadth
"Mrs. r. Ivory paste is made
adding an ounce anu half of the we
known soap cut into shayings, to phi
OF boiling water. Let this boil for ii
or ten minutes and allow it to cool in
china or glass jar that can lie cover
tightly. You will find it u real fami
friend and always al hand for the r
naval of soil on articles of all grade
from kid gloves or silk dresses, to ca
pets or kitchen floors. j..
"Carthngena. A stylish and fast
full wedding present TO your youl
sister would DO ono Of the four Ia
clover charms so popular at preHer
The leaf in natural greeen is enclos
In glass and remainR a fresh and pf
petual harhinger of good luck. Tn
cost from 81. 30 upwards or perhaps y