The Archive · 1940

In Dark Corners

One cannot always spare a table for a big bowl or jar, but it will look equally well standing on the floor.

You will find all sorts of odd corners which would be improved by some flowers. On the hearth, for example, to hide the empty grate, on the little landing at the turn of the stairs, in a corner of the sitting room.

A posy ring for the dining room lable is lovely for short stemmed blooms like violas and pansies, and just a few flowers and leaves make nice show.

For instance, white arabis, purple aubrietia, and yellow violas look charming. Vivid nasturtiums and London pride can take their place later.

A highly-polished table that is used every day should be washed over occasionally with warm water coa-taining a little vinegar. Polish afterwards with a good polish. This will keep it in good condition.

The posy rings are made in the circular shape and also in four separate sections which can be joined to make the circle or used separately.

Wall vases are a pretty decoration, useful when there is no space for vases on table or floor. You can get

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