Journey to Santa Fe in An American Caravan
A caravan epic unfolds from Arkansaw to Cimarron and finally Santa Fe. Characters debate gear and papers as they cross deserts and endure heat and thirst. The group imagines markets, dances, and a grand plaza as the wagon train reaches its destination.
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Arkansaw
Conestogas
Pittsburghs
Dearborns
Independence Pike
Council Grove
Capitan
Santa Fe
Missouri
Independence
Cimarron
Miya
Alameda
Plaza Publica
Gifts Show Glittering Candle Shades For Holiday Cheer
The article describes candle shades crafted from gay silks or crepe paper in varied colors. Silver tinsel adds holiday sparkle as light passes through the shades. One shade features a dec or decorated panel while another shows a plain paper base with two color ruffles white and green and paper daisies. A center glass holds marmalade with sealing wax in multiple colors simulated as shirred ribbon around it.
Nightin gales and bonnets shown for baby Santa Claus items
Santa remembers babies as year by year new and pretty keepsakes appear. This year nightingales bonnets and matching set are made of fine flannel trimmed with satin ribbon and feather stitching. A lace frill finishes the cap.
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Santa Claus
Little Garments Doll Hangers Delight Children
The piece describes charming doll hangers for kids made from small celluloid doll heads satin ribbons and wire hangers. Two hangers resemble a girl and a boy doll while a third is ribbon decorated. It highlights simple sewing to create decorative nursery gifts.
Sweets for Christmas Jelly Gifts
A Christmas gift idea features a dozen glasses filled with jelly preserves and marmalade arranged attractively in a wickerless display. Lacquered tin covers bear black lacquer and white labels with a central letter. A painted spray on each lid identifies the jelly flavor.
Of Canvas and Ribbon Gift Bags and Accessories
Canvas and linen gift bags trimmed with satin ribbon feature ribbon flowers. Baby ribbon threads through interstices to form wide ribbons in borders. Cotton or linen flowers decorate edges with cotton floss. A card case and a versatile bag suitable for men or women are shown as gift ideas.
Decorative feather quill pen for gifting and display
A feather quill pen serves as a writing desk accessory and guest book companion. Natural feathers, including ostrich, are praised for their beauty and can be tinted to brighten neutral tones, appealing to adults as a refined gift.
Fadeless Flowers Brighten Homes With Wax Painted Petals
Wax coated petals from Paper Jane create fade resistant blossoms for Christmas decor. A cluster in a wax coated vase forms a cheerful bouquet for living rooms or dining tables, as a substitute for paint. An alcohol flame serves as the brush to color the petals.
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Santa
Ray Walters
Thomas Hornsby Ferris
Yass’m
Yass
Kodak
Pup
Ingebord
Los Carros
Los Americanos
la Entrada de la Caravana
Bravo
Os Water
New York Herald
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