Evening star., 1913-03-02

k1EW and odd ornaments of rhine
~ stones are continually making an
appearance to satisfy the demand
popularity made for them 1t Is a long
time since any fashion concerning an ac-
ceSSory of dress has made such popular
appeal that OF rhinestones-and for
, that reason, no doubt, the fad for their
use will be short lived. But while 1t lasts
it is insistent. Single rhinestone orna-
ments Of unusual shapes are used to
fasten the fullness of draped evening
skirts of chiffon or net in place One or
nament, beautifully made aud mounted
of course. in platinum, in the middle front
of a pink chiffon skirt is much more
effective than Il more lavish use of the
stones would be-
White silk stockings. embroidered in
colors. with gold ard silver thread inter-
mingled with the colors. show the de-
mand for rhinestone trimming. The CEN
ters of the flowers SO elaborately formed
are composed of tiny, bright stones
Jet is in demand. A handbag of fine
black seal leather shows a heavy banding
of jet embroidery applied at the bottom
Such bag possesses dignity and real
beauty.
An attractive combination is found in
the use of sheer white handkerchief linen
and fine white net The net is used for
sleeves. collar, yoke and vest, and for
landings in the skirt. 1t robs the linen
OF the stiffness which would bar ii from
favor this season.
Velvet is combined in every possible
way with thin stuffs for summer frocks
One of the most novel uses shows a wide
velvet hem set under founce of needle
work embroidery which edges the skirt
of a lingerie gown. The velvet, of cerise,
is used also for girdle and for touches
abont the bodice. The whole effect is
rich and interesting and could be develop
ed in any color.
Sailor collars of black silk. embroidered
with heavy floss in coors suggestive of
Bulgaria. are sold separa teiy. They
are suita BILE for use on dark serge dresses.
for wear without coats, or on dark serge
coats.
and formality of the days of Martha
Washington is made of net, edged with
lace. The long ends are crossed in front,
carried under the arms and tied or pin
ned in back.
Fishnet meshed black silk stockings
are worn over white and colored stock
ings The effect, when the two stockings
are In place, IS OF d IlSHI SloChIilS cIISS-
crossed with black heavy lines.
The desire for ornateness in stockings
has led 10 the introduction of white
clocking on black and oolored silk stock
ines Clocking is a popular form of dec
Grafton on all stockings shown this
spring.
The popular white brocaded silk is ef-
fectively made up in plain shirt waist
with box plated front closing OF bright
colored satins-cerise, blue, yellow ana
greenland matching glass buttons for
front and cuff fastenings Collars and
cuffs of colored satin are also used In
combination with the colored plalt.
silvar deposit and glass carafe, round
plaoue for holding il and drinking glass
turned upside down over the mouth OF
the carafe are convenient ana peau,
tiful addition to the tastefully furnished
guest room.
The woman who finds difficulty in using
the ordinary tea ball and who does not
like to use a teapot for tea making VIII
appreciate a pearl handled spoon win
covered silver bowl pierced Trh lne
holes. which is used for making Yea. IN, Inc
bowl. held shut by spring, is filled with
tea. which IS stirred around in a cup OF
water The ivory hande does not conduct
heat. and hence is cool. When the
strength of the leaves is exhausted zee
bowl is opened easily by means of a lit
tie knob. the wet leaves fall out, a9d
fresh ones are scooped in. The cost of
this wonder is a dollar.
Wood coat hangers which are hung up
by a cord and are jointed in the middle.
are sold with a stiff bristles clothes
brush fastened to the under side of each
arm at the ends The price is a dollar
each.
Homespun towels of heavy ecru crash,
with red border. are sold two for p
cents. 1t is said that they absorb moisture
with great readiness.
For the room furnished in white a
wicker framed lamp shade of silk to har-
monize with the color of hangings and
upholstery and white enameled wicker
is attractive. One o. unusually good lines
is of rose-colored silk shirred into "a
SQUARE franz" With hands of wicker AT