The San Francisco Call. Newspaper, August 14, 1904, Page 13

s a time, k, either, Crafts pe cided popu o such de- e« who knows a hatchet mer and who can drive & ht has sallied forth and b a set of tools and h shavings, bits ng stains. ure is certain- g and so are the for that matter. Yet the other appears at less Its surroundings ct harmony. And that is ere the rub com in. One new thing never falls to cail for an- other; for what was moderately good suddenly takes on a dingy aspect, and the flaws cry aloud in their jealousy. With simpie @ ly swegger mission styles, neither one exactly w re the car- pet, which se a a background, should be one colored and of a soft, dull tome, and the hangings should match to a nicet It i= all very fit h a room in one’s lly comes down i coin it is quite an- wev can- green red carpet, ndid substitute in or- though to be absolute- not nearly as good an t does not have the sities. ngings frequently and dyeing old satisfactory. is a deep 4, and there are is appropriate or if one are fashioned by the ple, and were orig- r their particular ., which, by the way, only more or of what the manu- e as linen, which is name for a loosely which is remarkably king and remarkably serv- well, comes in an endless jety of off tones, for it was made h the idea of being something new i quaint and the color scheme is the secret of its tremendous success. he designs e unique, so peculiar startling, in fact, that old-fash- d folks fail to appreciate them. ¥or there really is something new un- he sun at last, and like all inno- vatioms, it will take time to introduce them -into Tom, Dick and Harry's * One of the prettiest designs is what jshcalled the “Rose pattern.” Just why #t was dignified In this fashion rémains a profound mystery, for the THE SAN FRANCISCO SUNDAY CALL. design, which does not resemble a rose in the But the effect is good, and that re; is all that is desired. The curtain self is a dull green and the contr: ing color is old rose, trimmed wi bits of variegated green. In there are three roses which stand bravely forth on straighter stems than ever dignified the proudest rose bush in the land. The stems, which consist of three strands of rope s commence a foot from the bottom of the d run to within two feet of the top. The rose, of course, tops it and adds its bit of color as well And now as to the rose itself. In the first place it is absolutely square, with a2 tiny nick taken out of the very center of all four sides, which takes conven away the block-like appearance. The heavy rope , gre by the way, is worked about this piece of applied linen and serves a double purpose in- asmuch as it finishes the rough edge and gives the third tone as well. Little green scrolls in the rose resemble, it is to be supposed, the stamens of the flower and the rose in its entirety is completed. The lower portion of the portiere is trimmed in a very simple fashion. Two bands of the rose, perhaps some two or three inches in depth, are run straight across from side to side and on either side of the linen the green silk makes its effective rope and takes from the long straight up and down effect. There is absolutely nothing more to this curtain, but it is the smartest thing one can buy in the line of angings. Its very simplicity adds to its beauty, and the unique blending of odd colors gives it a tone that is any- thing but common. A favorite design is “Ye Night Birds” They are a combination of the w d and fantastic, and the three outspread birds impress one with the idea that they are always just on the eve of departure. There are scores of queer patterns —the poppy, the tulip and a multi- tude of others that must be labeled or one would never dream what they were intended to represent. But, not- withstanding this peculiarity, they are the only correct hangings for mission styles and furnishings generally. And now comes my secret. If one can afford to walk into a shop and coolly and calmly ask the designer to look at a certain room and fit it up aeccording to a stated period, all is very lovely and likewise very simple. Next best comes in the ability to order what one likes best of ready made fur- nishings, and really prices are not as exorbitant as they used to be and the economy bee does not buzz quite as loudly and as insistently. Third cheice is just this: The fab- ric comes by the yard and can be fur- nished at but one shop in town. It is full fifty inches in width, which is quite as wide as an ordinary portiere and may be had in an endless variety of colors. As to price it is inexpen- sive, pleasantly so in fact, for fab- rics generally run into a good many dollars and do not always show their \ OHN DFEUNER CO. value at that. However,. this canvas costs between one and two dollars & v be had in any quantity. it is not the easiest thing 1 to turn out fit home pro- for nen that is appliqued lly has a changeable effect that most decidedly, but there are certain combinations that will make the clever home designer as proud as the imple effect thatlis ain utterly de- and finished with a g If n the silk used is ugh form a good and as the hemstitching is se in the bar- that one could o fabric makes splendid rillows and as the tones are ght or glaring they always with hing that form a part of the cozy Answers to Corre?ondents e CALYI” TTIENICS—(Jessie). Calis- thenics is derived from two Greek words meaning beautiful and strength. It means to exercise, never enough to over fatigue, to walk in the open air, to ride horseback, to play tennis and, in fact, to use all the ordinary meth- ods of plysical culture. but always with a care not to overdo. Most cer- tainly it will develop the muscles, but vou must always be careful to see thit you do not over develop, for this does not make one attractive either. A LOTION FOR BLACKHEADS— (R.M.B.). When the skin of the face is disfigured with blackheads, even after repeated scrubbings, the following will be found useful in dispatching the blemishes more rapidly, yet without in- jury to the most delicate skin. It is ob- vious that a skin food is not needed, the skin being already overburdened, hence the tiny plugs of hardened, se- bacous oil. A good cold cream, how- ever, is very helpful in cleansing and softening the skin preparatory to pres: ing out the blackheads, if it is used directed, otherwise it may increase rather than decrease the trouble. Wash the face with a soft linen rag, using plenty of hot water and soap—a pure blend article free from strong alkali and coloring matter is presupposed. Then rub cold cream lightly over the parts most affected and massage with the finger tips in rotary motion and wtih a light pressure. After manipu- lating for five or ten minutes the skin will be glowing warm and the clogged pores softened from the combined forces of water and massage, when the worst blackheads may be easily pressed out. Always protect the finger tips with several folds of old linen to avoid bruis- ing the skin. Wash the face again with the hot water to remove all cream and then apply this lotion: Take one dram each of zinc oxide and carbonate of magnesia and four ounces of rose water; mix, shake well and dab on the spots, pressing out more blackheads after five minutes if you can do it with- out too much pressure. Then rinse the face in two cold waters. Treat the face before retiring and again in the morn- ing, when a thorough washing should- be followed by the lotion only, and then with cold rinsings to close the pores. PROPER CLEANSING OF THB TEETH (V. B. X.)—When nearly all the decayea spots are between the teeth, near the gum, it indicates that you are not as thorough as you should be in cleaning between the teeth and not that the trouble is due to any peculiarity of the teeth. Unless there is a decided space between the teeth the brush cannot reach and cleanse all the crevices without aid in other forms and under any circumstances a close inspection of the teeth should follow the brushing to determine its effective- ness. A leading dentist gives the fol- lowing as a thorough —~ethod of clean- ing the teeth: Use a moderately stiff brush and a simple dentifrice com- posed of two ounces of precipitated chalk and one-fourth ounce each of powdered orris root and myrrh. Al- ways brush the teeth on both sides and after a crosswise brushing treat” them lengthwise, always finishing the process by rinsing the mouth thorough- ly several times. Be particular that every tooth has an equal share of the brushing, for carelessness in this re- spect furnished the explanation why defective teeth are most numerous on Next one jaw or one side of the paw. take a soft bit of old linen or absorbent cotton, wind it around the point of an orange stick and wipe away any par- ticles around the teeth next to the gums on both sides of the teeth. As your teeth are very close together get five cents’ wdrth of the narrowest rub- ber bands obtainable and use them in- stead of silk floss for cleaning between the teeth. The rubber is most cleans- ing in its action, can be stretched to fit any space and will not bruise or cut the gums should it slip at any time. If you will persist in the method of cleaning advised, dentists’ bills will be reduced and your teeth will be clean and in a wholesome condition all the time. TO SERVE MELONS ATTRAC- TIVELY (Mrs. P.)—The fastidious housekeeper who objects to serving melons, giving as the reason that they are too mussy for dainty service, is ignorant of the best methods of serve ing. A melon sliced and insufficiently chilled is unpalatable and awkward to {‘\ SWINE 7HTTZRY 074 COSY £ iy £ \ \ N handle, but ice cold with lusclous pink flesh scooped out in dainty oval pleces or cut in neat squares and freed from the seeds, served on a pretty plate garnished with a spray of fernm, is a most refreshing and attractive dish. Another pretty method is to make a low melon basket of the shell and fill it with the chilled fruit. Cut off the stem end of the melon, so it will set firmly on a large dish, making the handle on the opposite end. Remove all the edible portion, pick out all the seeds which can be reached without breaking the fruit too much and set on the ice to keep cold. When ready to serve set the cold, crisp basket in a bed of cracked ice and ferns or any obtainable greens, fill the basket with the chilied fruit and serve at once. Tall glasses filled with the fruit cut in small pieces is a pretty and dainty manner of serving ieslons. Canta- loupes or musk melons, as they are commonly called, should be scrubbed thoroughly with a brush to free the netted skin from grit. Chill the mel- ons, cut in half, remove all the seeds and fill the seed cavity with whipped cream. For luncheon use a rich va- nila ice cream. Or the edible portion of the melon may be cut in small cubes and served on a plate with a light sprinkling of salt. PROTRUDING ABDOMEN (T. M. B.) —When the body is nét particularly fleshy except about the hips and par- ticularly about the abdomen, there is usually something radically wrong with the diet or with one’s manner of stand- ing. One or both contribute to this un- happy condition in your case and which is the most responsible of the evils can best be determined by you. A con- tinued heavy diet, drinking large quan- tities of water at and between meals, keeping the digestive organs in a dis- tended state, agsravated by ill-fitting corsets which protrude or are too tight, are part of the trouble, The tight cor- set holds the flesh more or less rigid at all times, causing the muscles to lose vitality and become soft and flab- by; causes the thick g of ues and deposits of fat at t part of the bedy until it is out of proportion to the limbs and shoulders. Standing with the weight of the body t wn upon the heels and the weight of the upper part of the trunk wholly sastained by the small of t! in the ma- is, ty of cases, of a full abdome! e stand mare correc alis of the feet and chest rais will continue to flend, as massage and diet cannot whoily correct the fault. Massage the abdomen twice each day, using a massage roller with up and down and crosswise movements and firm pressure. Correct faulis of clothing and standing and you will soon notice a decided improvement. FOR TIRED FEET (Busy).—When daily occupation compels you to stand the greater part of the day, pl your recreation so that you may rest the overstrained muscles of the feet and legs; dancing and long v are most harmful to ene who suffers fr tired feet. Concerts, lectures and a ride in the open country will afford pleasant changes and refresh both mind and body. Select your shoes more care- fully, remembering that a Healthy, well formed foot.even of ample proportions, is to be preferred to a small foot de- formed by a tight shoe. Be sure to have shoes with the moderately low heel. ‘With high heel shoes the weight of the body is forced on the toes in- stead of being largely sustained on the balls of the feet and on the heels, as it should be. A clever woman gives her plan for being comfortable though tired, In this manner: Keep two pairs of shoes for house and ordinary wear, one pair a half size larger than the other, then by wearing the smaller pair in the morning and changing to the larger when the feet begin to grow painful great relief is experienced. Al- ways have the dress shoes or slippers of the larger size and you will forget all about your feet when out for the evening. It Is presupposed that the nails of the toes are carefully mani- cured and that the hosiery is well fit- ting—both are essentlal to comfort. RUGS (Maud).—Oriental rugs wear well, better than anything else, in fact, but they should not be abused. One can buy bamboo affairs that are good for beating purposes and if I were you I would hang them on the line in the sun and then see that the dust was beaten out. People have an idea that they are made of cast iron or some- thing even stronger and that they will last for generations. So they do—in their own land. Howev eople do not stop to think that e Orlentals have a peculiar gliding motion and that they wear the softest of sandals. That gives the soft, silky look that helps to make them so pretty. Amer- ican boots and restless American feet do not have the same result and vig- orous sweepings the wrong way of the nap and beatings with broom handles do not add to their beauty.