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(added living) Getting into the kitchen for a session of serious cookery. And without splotches on your favourite recipes now that new stocks of clear cookbook stands have arrived at ADDED LIVING. If the recipe calls for chopping, there is a full range of world-famous German Trident knives available. And for a good surface to work on . . . large, handled white pine chopping boards; certainly large enough to fit across a kitchen sink. At floor levo), making an eye-catching display at ADDED LIVING is a new shipment of large, small, round and oblong grass mats. These are proving Just as popular for conservatories as for kitchens. Just a few items noted here . . . you’ll find shelves more at ADDED LIVING, Merivale Mall. Phone 558-586. Contemplating an important dinner, a luncheon gathering ... any occasion where perfection truly matters. Now JEAN PRITCHARD offers possibly the most complete decor service you could ask for. Professional finishing touches. Table settings flowers, fine details to bring that room to perfection. Perhaps you feel that some drastic redecoration needs to ba considered first. Then three fabulous new fabrics from Warners will hold tremendous appeal. There are apricot florals blooming across a pale lemon background. Flowers and ribbons weaving colours on pink. Or dramatic bows. Striped grey bows, impressive added with JEAN PRITCHARD'S touch in paint colours, new upholstery greys, and geometric grey carpet. JEAN PRITCHARD interior design consultants, 7 St Albans St., Merivale. Phone 554-679. The big news is swag. Shoulder slung. Free spirited. Yet not without sophistication. Swag bags from BAGATELLE. Finest supple leathers, cleverly styled to accent this winter's layered dressing. Fashion Craft show theirs softly shaped with panelled front detail. Chosen colours are khaki, black, taupe, rust and navy. Unzip any of these at BAGATELLE for an inside surprise - a change purse and mirror has been Included. Deeper, drapier, and wearing a Belluci label is a black leather style accented with gilt fittings. Roomy enough to carry exciting purchases, everyday essentials. Soft and supple as only leather knows how. Swag bags . . . adding to winter's favourite looks, at BAGATELLE, Merivale Mall, Ph. 557-534, Cashfields, Ph. 66-934, Chancery Lane, Ph. 790-130. bfl BBdbfIM&ERIE FRfINQfIISE (THS IHAMi FMHCH BAKBRYt I Decisions. Decisions. Will it be the FRENCH BAKERY'S pear tarts, peach tarts, pineapple or apricot tarts? Iced eclairs, perhaps ... or cheesecake slices? Diplomata cake, bursting with peaches and sultanas has always held strong appeal. But then so has FRENCH BAKERY'S St. Tropez cake with its luscious custard filling. Caught by a savoury mood, ham 'n egg quiche sounds tempting. Not forgetting pizza squares and friand (individual meat pies). Looking at croissants, it'll be a toss-up between almond, wholemeal, or filled varieties. Bread, of course, could mean wholemeal, or the new Viennois sticks. Nobody said the choice was easy . . . but experts agree that each taste is delicious, at the FRENCH BAKERY, Merivale Mall. Phone 553-407. Silks are in for a lot of attention this autumn. And deservedly so. Silks pantyhose at THE HOSIERY BAR reflect 26 of the newest autumn colours. Shades like flax, heather and tartan. Pickaberry come up trumps, too, with a wardrobe of long sleeved polo and V neck tops. Make a saving on scarves at THE HOSIERY BAR -note the stand showing 10 per cent off. Or opt for those in woolly plaids and plains, ready for winter topped with a jaunty beret. In underfashions, Bendon's French Collection adds new ivory slips and half slips at fashion length. And Playtex 'Cross Your Heart' bras and girdles are now stocked in Merivale solely by THE HOSIERY BAR, in the Mall. Ph. 558-363. Also at Plaza Arcade and 122 Armagh Street. (harpers BAZAAR ] Just how many ways are there to dress a window, mask a dull view, or accent decor styling? With fabric blinds specially made by HARPERS BAZAAR the possibilities keep right on coming. Roman blinds, Austrian blinds . . . think of those romantic frilled blinds, and frothy cloud blinds. Have these made up using existing fabrics in your scheme or choose a complimentary contrast from HARPERS BAZAAR’S excellent fabric range. An example just in is a Baker's toile. Characteristically a one-colour design, this time a soft green garland pattern woven amongst scenes of children playing. With upholstery fabrics, always remember that a full reupholstery and loose covers service is available. At HARPERS BAZAAR, home Interior design consultants, 138 Aikmans Rd. Ph. 555-451. tf The ‘ll If Shoe Shoppe J) The design is Spanish. The heels are low. The colour is definitely black. At THE SHOE SHOPPE, from Visemca of Spain, a collection that hints at man-tailored styling, yet remains truly feminine. Start with the restrained look of black leather plains. In finer pointed toes choose a lattice front, delicate T-bar, or masculine punched patterning on a lace-up style. Shiny patents are important at THE SHOE SHOPPE. Still in black, Visemca has chosen these in stylish lace-ups, along with two slip-ons (note the elastic front trim). And black offers contrast only on Visemca's squared-off toes, sporting white fronts and grey heels. The Visemca collection ... at THE SHOE SHOPPE, 186 Papanui Road, Ph. 556-817. | BATH Heighten the impact of fashion in your bathroom, with new Cannon and Fieldcrest ranges at BATH REVIEW. Towels, handtowels, bath mats and face cloths all reflect the latest designer thinking. Tartans and plaids, for example, a current fashion favourite, are readily found in the Fieldcrest towel range. You're almost spoilt for choice from fine pinstripes In subtle pales to definite rich greens, new teal and popular florals. Greys and naturals have fashion importance this season. Likewise at BATH REVIEW, Cannon towels feature a chequered design in stone/khaki/dove/tan/black, with others in rich brown, soft grey pinstripes or grey/ charcoal designs. Plush bath rugs from Cannon> rubber backed and fully washable—also at REVIEW. 186 Papanu£Road. Ph. 555-662.