A pretty little work-apron is shown in Fig. 50, made of a yard of pongee silk, 18 inches wide, embroidered in etching silk, the design being that old conundrum of "How doth the little busy bee Improve each shining hour? "

Fig. 50.

Another design often used instead, represents a little girl plucking the petals of a daisy, with the words "I do n't care what the daisies say, I know I'll be married some fine day."

After the embroidery is done, a hem is turned all around and neatly hemstitched, the lower end turned up to form a pocket, and the apron finished with bows of silk ribbon.

They will wash perfectly, and make charming presents for girls.