Show H hand 3 nd K knit t or crochets Croche Cs the thing by CHERIE NICHOLAS 4 P aa 4 A Is g WN A ARE R we knitting and crocheting these days well now are we its a veritable knitting find and crochet marathon the fair air sex Is staging for proof positive that fashions followers are knitting and crocheting like mad la in their leisure hours just try to sidestep the hanks of bright yarn and the balls of gay crochet cotton which pop out at most any time and place once from within the deptris of the capacious knitting bag which most every woman carries along nowadays she goes of course theres a reason for this increasing enthusiasm among those who hand knit and crochet and its tills the news is going out from style centers everywhere that the vogue for things hand knit or crocheted Is extending not only into the fall but it promises to become even more exciting and fascinating as winter draws nigh you can see for yourself from this group illustration that the newer ideas tire are n nothing less than inspiring you just love to have fin an ensemble like the one pictured two views of which are here given this adorable table model Is a hermes creation comes from the paris collection of this famous designer of hand made fashions the three piece s jacket skirt and blouse are worked of knitting and crochet cotton a heavy thread which comes in exquisite colors and will wash like new it Is practicable tor for early tall fall wear notice the cord fastenings the draped cowl at the back of the jacket and the crochet covered buttons style details which fairly tingle with individualized chic you can get this crochet cotton at most any faney fancywork worl department and it Is not at all expensive the lines of the handsome suit shown to the left are severely simple but literally packed with smartness this model also comes from a celebrated parisian creator who excels in hand knit modes the classic tailored appearance of this patrician two piece gives it surpassing distinction it Is 13 knitted as la Is also the roll roli brim hat bat of knitting and crochet cotton the kind that Is dependably wn washable and wearable new notes are offered tor for the tha knitter in its high round neck clever hepline which savors of a peplum effect and the unusual trimming detail on the front of the blouse in the form of simulated pockets to together ether with vertical markings which tend to slenderize also from a recent parts paris collection comes the high style blouse pictured in the foreground the diagonal stitch which Is of unusual interest gives slim ming lines and there Is a nicety about eiery detail which makes appeal to discriminating taste the collar with its frilly jabot and tile the turned back cults cuffs are dramatic touches which greatly enhance the belt is neatly worked in a tight firm stitch altogether a model which glorifies the art of crochet speaking of the popularity of hand knit costumes it Is not at it all unusual for women to knit not one but several suits and dresses they are doing it right along this season bes besides des the many alluring and novel details detail s which beautify the newer modes an outstanding play Is being made on color just now fashion informed women are choosing rich mossy greens forest green being a favorite wear velvet accessories in mancl matching ling gr green een including scarf beret bag and belt and you yon will be delighted with nith results rust color and allied browns play a close clos second to the voguish green le be sure to monogram your sports knit kalt ted and crocheted togs toga thus adding a final touch of distinction a newspaper union |