Novelties

Radio Record, Volume II, Issue 27, 18 January 1929, Page 13

Novelties

Oileloth Hats. HD American cloth which is so popular for stage costumes is now PSing .used for hats, in the form of little flowers with petals made from strips of this material glued to a coloured centre, ‘The flower toques now in. vogue are most effective when made from masses of tiny oilcloth ‘violets,

marigolds, or daisies, and the varnished material is more durable than the fine silks and, muslins used for the ordinary artificial blooms. American cloth is also used to make a crown of laurel leaves for a picture hat of crinoline straw, and a posy of flowers with shiny leaves is placed on the brim. Stainless Steel. HOUSEWIVES who pride themselves on the appearance of their kitchen will welcome the new stainless steel utensils. Nearly all kitchen arti-

cles will soon be obtainable in this metal, which requires little cleaning to keep its gleaming surface. Saucepans, fish-kettles, and preserving pans are made with double metal additions at points which come into contact with direct heat. Jugs, entree dishes, and trays are all now made in stainless steel, which is durable and suitable for table use. Sandwich Boxes. "THE packing of a picnic basket so that the food is kept dry, clean,

and cool is an acute problem in summer time. The new sandwich boxes, made of thin aluminium, are light in weight and ideal for such occasions, and they will be found more ‘satisfactory than the usual wrappings of grease-proof paper. They are fitted with adjustable divisions, so that dif. ferent varieties of sandwiches can be kept apart. The lids can be removed, and thus they are easy to clean. These boxes can also be used for many other purposes,