“Now, see if you can cut out

A paper pattern

Pattern 4.—Doll’s Nightgown
See Insert I

“If only—”
he
whispered

Follow the directions on the folded sheet.

To cut out—

1. Fold the lawn crosswise.

2. Lay edge of the pattern having the two rings (oo) on the folded edge of the lawn.

3. Cut out, being careful to clip the little V-shaped notches before removing the pattern.

NOTE.—Always clip a small gash in the corner under arm of these kimono-style dresses.

It took Mary Frances some time to fold the goods and pin the pattern on most carefully. So anxious was she to begin cutting out that she didn’t notice Scissors Shears looking at her most beseechingly.

“If only—” he whispered—“if only—” but Sewing Bird Fairy Lady gave him an indignant push with her bodkin wand.