Mary Douglas and her companion were busily weaving pretty and graceful festooning.

To each member was allotted some especial part.
Every one participated in the preparation by noting each successive step towards completion.

Thus the work progressed until it was time for the ladies to dress for dinner; after which the evening was spent in the same occupation, with the valuable assistance of Mr.Howe and Captain Douglas.
After several days had elapsed, the work was considered complete.

The design was choice and beautiful.

Nothing was necessary to produce a more graceful and pleasing effect.