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Gifts for Christmas

By

JOHNEEN

PACH year, as Christmas approaches, by those who are deft of finger and possess artistic taste, there is that renewed search for presents and knick-knacks that rejoice in the appearance of being "different." Those who are truly wise keep their eyes open during the whole year, and on seeing anything that particularly appeals by virtue of its attractiveness, cheapness, or easiness in making, make a mental note of it, and set to work in some of #heir spare moments. But, after all, Christmas would hardly seem like Christmas without a great, jolly bustle to get everything done in time, and most of us seem to leave the making of presents to nearly the last minute. It is then often too late to ransack everywhere for original ideas. The following are new, quick and easy to make, and when done are quite good to look upon. Hand-made gifts have a charm all their own, probably reflected from the pleasure taken in making, and are always so much more appreciated. Hearth Brush. HB first is a hearth brush that will prove most useful, and add just the right touch of colour to the fireplace. It is perhaps one of the most satisfying things one can make from practically nothing. Take a piece of thick rope 28 inches in length, and bend it over till the — Des ont

ends. are level. Begin 44 inches from the loose ends and bind very securely together for the length of 5 inches with fine wire-working. towards: the looped end, ‘Tease and comb out the two loose ends of rope till like a thick mop. Cut off all the straggly bits, and dip just the mop end in dark brown or navy dye. When this is properly dry, begin to bind round the loop with. raffia coloured to match the brush end, Then pick three very gay colours and bind each one over the centre wired portion for a width of nearly 2 inches. Be eareful to tuck away all ends of raffia securely and neatly. These three bands of bright colours and a piece of ribbon tied from the centre in the form of a loop by which to hang it, give just the right finish to a very unusual yet practical gift.

Shoulder Posies. ;rRoM the small scraps of silk and organdie one finds lying tucked | away in boxes and drawers can be made most delightful buttonhole posies -and posies of flowers never fail to please, Organdie is the better material to use as it can be curled, and gives a2 much daintier appearance. Fold a strip about 4 inches in length and about 53 inches wide in twomaking the underneath: fold of material 3 inches and the top 23 inches, Shape the bottom edges slightly in the form of petals, and join sides together to form the shape of a Canterbury bell, Dip the tips of the flower in some dye of your favourite colour, and when dry, curl the petals up with the scissors by drawing the sharp side over the material gradually towards oneself. Instead of cutting the ends of all the flowers in petal shape, have the material on the cross, and just stretch. and curl back the ends like a conyolvulus flower. A few beads threaded from the centre and dangling just over the tip of the bells form the centre, Use very fine wire for the stem and cover with soft green. To make round petalled flowers, take a 5-inch square of organdie and fold over into a triangle. Take the folded side tightly between your. thumb and forefinger and roll it over two or three times. Catch the ends with needle and. thread before they unwind, and gather all round the open edge, Draw this up tightly, and it will form one. petal. Make four or five of these and join all together with large silk French knots for centres, Make wire stems for them also and cover with green. A couple of these placed with the bells will make a very dainty buttonhole. Attractive Boxes. WHEN covering boxes with fancy ‘paper to hold your’ gifts, pad them slightly on top with soft tissue paper, or a small fold of material. Cutl

your ribbon in two and gum one end of each piece neatly inside the lid, and then tie into a bow, This makes it possible to tie your ribbon slantwise on your box, Colourful Gifts. Most delightful little gifts can be made from sealing wax,. This can be procured in all colours, and has a very fine gloss, A small . methylated spirit lamp is required, as this burns with a clear flame, and does not smoke the wax. Out a small basket shape out of cardboard and cover with black or — blue wax by letting the melted wax drop on to the board and holding it over the flame till the shape is covered evenly. Then fill the basket with flowers by letting tiny drops of coloured wax fall on the covered shape, and mould them with a needlework stiletto. Run a length of very fine black silk braid, long enough to reach your waist, through the handle of the basket, and knot just above. These pendants ‘can be made in. all shapes, and are being much worn at present, Mar-

mite jars covered with black sniny wax, with a bright colour wreathing its way round the top of the jar, make charming little bowls for pansies or other small flowers, For the Powder Puff. AN unusual powder puff holder for your purse can be made by eutting a circle about 23 inches in diamater from cardboard, and covering one wide with silk and sewing the puff on the other. Join a piece of ribbon long enough to go round the outside of the circle, up the sides, making a cylindrical shape, and sew to the covered circle. Wire the top end of the ribbon and sew an odd flower or two just round the top. Twist this in the centre, and press down flat. It is a handy size for a purse, and very tidy. The twist in the silk prevents powder spilling from off the puff, Odds and Ends. Covered boxes holding needles, scissors, coloured cottons, and silks, with a length of tempting lace, are always acceptable, and those filled with multicoloured beads are a delight to all. youngsters. These few suggestions should prove of some use to those who have not yet" brought their list of Christmas gifts up to date, =

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Radio Record, Volume II, Issue 20, 30 November 1928, Page 12

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Gifts for Christmas Radio Record, Volume II, Issue 20, 30 November 1928, Page 12

Gifts for Christmas Radio Record, Volume II, Issue 20, 30 November 1928, Page 12

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