. Practical taxidermy, and home decoration; together with general information for sportsmen. Taxidermy. 178 HOME DECORATION. their lichens and mosses; the woods their insects ; the birds their fairy nests, and the ocean its shells. A fungus- bracket over the piano, or group of stuffed birds under the statue in the corner, or an arch of ferns and berries over the folding-door, give an air of culture and refine- ment to a home, however humble it may be. The illustration on page 177 represents a bird-nest bracket artificially mounted with pleasing effect. The nest is a yellow warbler's, though an
. Practical taxidermy, and home decoration; together with general information for sportsmen. Taxidermy. 178 HOME DECORATION. their lichens and mosses; the woods their insects ; the birds their fairy nests, and the ocean its shells. A fungus- bracket over the piano, or group of stuffed birds under the statue in the corner, or an arch of ferns and berries over the folding-door, give an air of culture and refine- ment to a home, however humble it may be. The illustration on page 177 represents a bird-nest bracket artificially mounted with pleasing effect. The nest is a yellow warbler's, though any pretty nest can be used. The pensile nest of the little vireo forms a pleasing contrast to those of other birds. In making the bracket, cut, from stiff paper, a pattern of a shield. From this pattern, fashion a thin shield of wood, and nail on a tasteful branch. Sand the shield as described in directions for rock-work, and place a hook at the top. Then glue the nest in place, and likewise attach moss, ferns, and grasses. If a large nest is used, a small piece of rock- work may be placed at the base of the branch. The Nautilus shell, seen so often m the formally label- led rows of shells in cabi- nets, assumes a new grace and beauty when converted into a vase. Use shells or a starfish for the base. From the center, erect a stick, or support, eight or more inches long. Thickly coat the lat- ter with rough plaster, and stud the plaster, before it dries, with small shells. Eest the Nautilus, forming the bowl, upon the stick, securely fastening it with moist. •NATJTIMJS Please note that these images are extracted from scanned page images that may have been digitally enhanced for readability - coloration and appearance of these illustrations may not perfectly resemble the original Batty, Joseph H. , d. 1906. New York, Orange Judd company
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