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46 mat, in which the colors were well chosen, used to cover up an unsightly window. On each side was hung a brilliant Japanese panel, and the whole was crowned with Japanese fans, making a pleasure of what had been an eyesore.

Figs. 15 and 16 are designed for screen panels to be worked in crewels or silk; or they may be painted.

Fig. 16.

Combined, these designs would be very appropriate for a wall protector, to be worked in outline.

Embroidery in crewels or silk should be washed in bran water, and well rinsed.

Many recommend washing silks before working. To do this they should be cut into lengths and boiled in soft water for five minutes, then skimmed out on to a