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All About Linens
By Teri Brown
Keller says that shopping for table linens isn't always easy these days, because table sizes aren't as consistent as they used to be. Keep the use of the table cloth in mind as you shop. Are you looking for cloths for family use? Then perhaps you will want to find a cloth blended with a bit of polyester for easy stain removal. Remember to keep the china and silver in mind if you are looking to dress up a table for a holiday party.
"We usually err to abundant flow with poofs at the guests' feet," Keller says.
As far as sheets go, Madden suggests washing them in mild detergent and warm water, depending on the color. "Never use bleach," she says. "Tumble dry on low, and iron if you have the time and inclination. I prefer sleeping on ironed sheets that have been sprayed with lavender water. If you don't have the time to iron, try hanging linens on a line outdoors; the scent is fabulous, and they dry 'crisp' that softens when you sleep on them."
Proper care of your linens will leave them gracing you with their presence for years to come.
"Linens can be the ultimate accessory to change the look and feel of the room without changing the paint color, wallpaper, curtains and rugs," Madden says. "Linens are the fashion accessory that allows you to change your room with the seasons, with your mood or for the occasion."
