I wanted the violet silk , but there is n't time to make it over , so I must be contented with my old tarlaton . '' `` It will look nice over my new muslin skirt , and the sash will set it off beautifully . I wish I had n't smashed my coral bracelet , for you might have had it , '' said Jo , who loved to give and lend , but whose possessions were usually too dilapidated to be of much use . `` There is a lovely old-fashioned pearl set in the treasure chest , but Mother said real flowers were the prettiest ornament for a young girl , and Laurie promised to send me all I want , '' replied Meg . `` Now , let me see , there 's my new gray walking suit , just curl up the feather in my hat , Beth , then my poplin for Sunday and the small party , it looks heavy for spring , does n't it ? The violet silk would be so nice . Oh , dear ! '' `` Never mind , you 've got the tarlaton for the big party , and you always look like an angel in white , '' said Amy , brooding over the little store of finery in which her soul delighted . `` It is n't low-necked , and it does n't sweep enough , but it will have to do . My blue housedress looks so well , turned and freshly trimmed , that I feel as if I 'd got a new one . My silk sacque is n't a bit the fashion , and my bonnet does n't look like Sallie 's . I did n't like to say anything , but I was sadly disappointed in my umbrella . I told Mother black with a white handle , but she forgot and bought a green one with a yellowish handle . It 's strong and neat , so I ought not to complain , but I know I shall feel ashamed of it beside Annie 's silk one with a gold top , '' sighed Meg , surveying the little umbrella with great disfavor . `` Change it , '' advised Jo . `` I wo n't be so silly , or hurt Marmee 's feelings , when she took so much pains to get my things . It 's a nonsensical notion of mine , and I 'm not going to give up to it . My silk stockings and two pairs of new gloves are my comfort . You are a dear to lend me yours , Jo . I feel so rich and sort of elegant , with two new pairs , and the old ones cleaned up for common . ''
And XXXXX took a refreshing peep at her glove box .
Annie Jo Laurie Marmee Meg Mother Sallie housedress muslin sacque