While the costumer cannot entirely take the place of the standing hall-rack, there are many places where it is more convenient on account of the smaller space occupied by it. In the bungalow type of home, where the reception hall is so often omitted, the costumer is to be preferred. It is also a useful piece of furniture in the bed room. Our design of this article provides an attractive and easily made base of sufficient spread to give ample stability.

The two pieces which cross one another and form the base may either be sawn from two large pieces at the mill, or else formed by gluing blocks on the bottoms of two smaller pieces so as to form the feet. Be particular to have the end wood smooth, and round all corners to exactly the same extent. Where the two base pieces cross one another, cut each one down to half its thickness, and join with glue under pressure. The upright is now to be prepared, and planed to a uniform taper, except for the lower twelve inches where the brackets connect. The corners are then to be slightly rounded and the top bluntly pointed as shown. From one inch lumber cut out the four brackets, making certain that they are all perfect right angles. Everything may now be put together. Use glue, and at the toes of each bracket drive in a wire finishing nail, setting the heads deeply. Before puttying up these nail marks, place a little oil on each one. The hardware may be secured in brass, copper or dull wrought iron as desired, and arranged to suit the individual requirements.