Yesterday's haul from assorted yard sales and flea markets. I spent about $13.00. I'm not sure why-but I never met a bridge tablecloth that I didn't like. I don't play bridge and am so obtuse that I just found out recently that my mother's card club didn't play bridge either--they played pinochle. There's something about these little home made tablecloths that I find irresistible...and I don't even like gnomes or mushrooms (after seeing too many of those and owls in the 1960s and 70s).
My favorite of the day.
I loved this (still brand new) old polka dotted linen place mat set with napkins--the label swore "fast color". It came with all four placemats and napkins still pinned together as it had been when it was sold. It reminded me of my Nana Betty. She had a brown suit of this color in the late 50s early 60s and wore a polka dotted blouse with it. Funny how I can remember all her clothing...you can tell my brother and I spent so much time with her growing up.
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It's a great group, Mickie. The embroidery pattern on that bib is so cute. I also love the old bridge cloths -- if they have some damage, I turn them into other things, but if they're in good shape, I use them on my dining room table centering them diagonally on top of another tablecloth.
Oh my goodness I need to shop with you and Martha - you two find the BEST things! I too love bridge cloths. You found some gorgeous things! Love that brown with polka dots!
Wow you found lots of good things!
What wonderful finds!I also love old textiles. Just think of the stories they could tell!
What great finds Mickey, can't wait to see what you do with them..
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