There is a pretty hand embroidered tablecloth gracing the table this time. Lovely floral embroidery worked on linen. I collected this pretty cloth from my MILs linen cupboard after she had passed away. I really didn't want it to end up in an Op shop and wanted to give it a good home.
I'm not sure who worked on this cloth. As far as I know, Robin's mum Bonnie didn't do needlework. I suspect it may have been passed down from her own mother, Robin's grandmother. Bonnie already had some things from her mother, pretty plates and cutlery. Whoever made it, I'm delighted to give it a new home, and enjoy using it, especially as it seems likely there is a family connection.
Embroidered table cloth
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So pretty! It deserves to be out on display. I remember my mother having an embroidered table cloth with a hand made lace edge. I’m not sure what happened to it. It was not in the linen cupboard when I cleaned out the house. Enjoy your day!
Lovely vintage embroidered cloth--I really like these pieces--especially nice that yours has a family connection, too;))) hugs, Julierose
Pretty! I luv things that hold History
It's beautiful! I'm so glad you saved it!
That is a gorgeous tablecloth. It is so nice to see the hand work made by family. Even nicer that it is being used and not given away or kept on a shelf.
Marthanne
Such a beautiful heirloom to have Jenny.
that is a pretty tablecloth so many did that type of embroidery years ago and it is making a bit of a come back.
like you, i treasure old linens ... it just takes a bit of knowing the thoughts that go through my own head when i'm stitching to know that each of those stitches, each of those flowers represent the thoughts of the women who came before us ... with gratitude
I adore family heirloom linens. That looks beautiful on your table.
It's so pretty! Lovely stitching. This is a good reminders to all of us makers... label our work! Wouldn't you love to know for sure who made it? And when? Even if it's a small piece, a first initial/last name, and a year will be worthwhile to future generations. Thanks for sharing, Jenny!
Gorgeous table cloth!
It’s a lovely embroidered piece. I have some of those also. Not always sure if their origins, but know they are from family. So I keep them.
Love older linens like these. I was gifted one my a dear friend that used similar colours but much different pattern. Good rescue.
Beautiful tablecloth. My mom had some given to her for her wedding. ( Which are now in a stack in my house. Some were never used. Funny how we treasure the workmanship and unfortunately it lives in a box. I have been thinking of you lately for the change of seasons and how you are doing. Sending hugs.
That is so pretty, Jenny! I enjoyed seeing the stitching up close. Looks like you have the perfect table for it, too!
Wow, that is gorgeous.
God bless.
This is such a lovely treasure. I am so glad that you gave it a good home and are able to enjoy it.
So pretty. It's nice to have hand stitched items around.
That is a really pretty cloth and beautifully worked. Definitely deserves to be used.
That is a lovely family treasure!
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