[Illustration: _Work Baskets_]
Mark the different expression visible on the countenances of those two
little girls. See, Maria, how happy and contented that dear fat cherub
seems, with her newly purchased basket on her arm; while her sister,
not yet suited, eagerly stretches forth her hand, anxious to examine
more than she has already seen."
"Baskets are made from the osier and the willow, are they not, mamma?"
said Maria.
"Yes, my dear girl, and extremely pretty they make them by colouring
the wood, which has a pleasing effect. They have brought the art
of basket-making to great perfection. I think I must treat myself with
one to hold fruit, and another for biscuits."
"When you are suited to your mind," said Mr. Durnford, "we will next
examine the beauties of the