Many of us remember walking into Grandma's kitchen while she was canning, and smelling an unmistakeable smell that came from the oilcloth she had tacked to her kitchen table to protect it. To me, it always...
The Pimpernel company, as others, produce up to three different sizes in their place mats. There is the dinner placemat which is the biggest at about 12 x 16. The next one is the luncheon placemat which is...
The apron came about because of practical necessity. In years gone by, people didn't have the luxury of owning a large wardrobe. Washing and drying clothing was not done on a frequent basis, so aprons served...
Did you know if rinsing pre dyed items with vinegar would keep them from fading or in some cases running together. You can do this prior to washing. It is amazing and works well.
Having sold vintage linens for so many years, I've become quite intimate with my iron ironing board. I sometimes think I could iron with my eyes closed and I'm quite sure that if I could attach wheels to my...
Collecting silver napkin rings has become extremely popular and this is a short guide to finding and buying really nice rings. Recently there has been increasing interest in collecting sterling silver napkin...
Someone wrote a guide that said sellers should NEVER charge a handling fee. This is my rebuttal. If a seller is cleaning out Grandma's attic, hopes to make more profit than they would at a garage sale, has...
There is nothing more retro and stunning then a Vintage Tablecloth or Kitchen Towel. They made all kinds,starting with the Dressy Cloths that are more formal and elequant. They also made Lace and solid whites...
Linen is a top choice for tablecloths and napkins because it is long wearing and releases stains. But it does require a little know-how to do the washing and stain removal right. Many of the methods and rules...
Buying Personalized Napkins on Ebay. Buying anything personalized on the internet can be scary but, it doesn't have to be if you follow these simple steps: 1. Check out the sellers' feedback to make sure...