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The listing, Assorted Vintage Linens for the Kitchen & Home has ended.

***Please note***
Pictures taken in bright natural light.

12 piece lot of vintage linens include: 3 medium/small aprons, 1 mini dish towel apron, unused Canada tea towel made in Ireland, unused Golf tea towel made in Ireland, 1 small square table cloth, 1 long embroidered table runner, 3 small embroidered doilies and 1 crocheted doily.

From a non-smoking home - kept in storage away from dog. She doesn't like fancy stuff on her furniture anyways.

Table cloth is 30 x 27 inches - somewhat faded but has no holes or stains.

Table runner is 40 x 14 inches - crocheted insert with a few minor stains (see pictures) but does not take away from the beautiful hand work.

Both tea towels are 28 x 18 inches - never used.

One of aprons is made of plastic - it's called pink starburst made in the 1950's.

Did not measure aprons or doilies but if anyone would like the sizes - let me know : )

This is one of my 2 year Listia Anniversary auctions .... doing a little house cleaning. Too much stuff for one person. Check out my other auctions as I put them on Listia .... collectibles, new, vintage, craft supplies and more?

All Listia rules apply.

Still free shipping.......

Questions & Comments

Thank you! That is an awesome idea!!!! =)

Jul 1st, 2015 at 11:46:00 AM PDT by

Nothing feels so soft as vintage pillowcases. Singles are usually easier to find. I have also found some with stains and holes that you can recycle. Another source is vintage feed or flour sacks. If they are faded, you can use a good set of fabric markers to bring the color back.

I would rather buy something old and re-do than buy something made in China. However, the United States is flooded with cheap products from China that we some times have no choice but to buy their stuff.

Jul 1st, 2015 at 3:28:32 PM PDT by

Bless your heart Lorri, Your mother needs you now. I know first hand how difficult a difficult parent can be. God sees you and He loves you. Your rewards will come. Just do the best you can and remember to try to love her, anyway. she does not know what she is doing. Have a Blessed day I will remember you in my prayers

Jul 16th, 2015 at 12:16:24 PM PDT by

Thank you so much for the words of encouragement. I don't think she realizes that words hurt too.
The past week has been double in stress. She had surgery on her knee and I couldn't get her to follow the doctor's order to rest. At least over the past year I have been getting her to slow down - she is always in a hurry! Fell down the stairs, fell on her face in the garage. It's always something but I love her very much and it was a blessing (well I didn't think so at the time) that my relationship with my fiancé of almost 20 years did not work out.

Jul 16th, 2015 at 3:38:02 PM PDT by

Thank you so much for sharing not only the LOVELY auction but also your situation with your parents and mother - my heart goes out to you! I also take care of elders part-time and find it both rewarding and challenging at times... God bless you for your dedication to your mother. Big collector of vintage linens here :D you have some really beautiful pieces- would LOVE to see your mama's collection cuz yours is gorgeous - Fanned, watching and bidding for sure!

Jul 16th, 2015 at 12:47:32 AM PDT by

I so appreciate the kind words! Challenging and rewarding...It really can be both these. When she yells at me and says hateful things - I have to remember it's not her but the disease.

Jul 16th, 2015 at 12:57:54 PM PDT by

Got too rich for my little credits!! You go girl!!! Lots of luck I hope you get a lot more!!!

Jul 10th, 2015 at 2:24:12 AM PDT by

So glad you stopped by to check out my auction! What a cute puppy : )

Jul 10th, 2015 at 5:23:04 AM PDT by

I wanted to thank you again for the sweet comment and this FANTASTIC auction...looking forward to more of your auctions Lori :D! Also, I have a cool idea (but it wasn't mine, a sweet 90-something lady suggested it years ago) and it is a way to use any old linen, pillowcase, etc. with stains that might otherwise ruin it...you can frame it so that it highlights the embroidery and hides the stains, either cutting it or just folding it and placing behind glass in a frame! Love that idea..I was telling her I have some beautfiul pillowcases my Grandma embroidered and that I wish they weren't so worn and she said to use them as framed art! Also, prayers for you and yours as you deal with the sad and upsetting things that disease causes...I'm sure your mama does NOT mean the hateful things she says, it is the disease like Betteryan was saying...so hard not to take it personally though I'm sure. HUGS and PRAYERS FOR BLESSINGS!!! Going to go see what else you have up for auction! :D

Jul 16th, 2015 at 11:47:21 PM PDT by

Julie...thank you so much for the encouragement, advice and prayers. I wish more family members would not ignore their elderly relatives. It is so sad to see people in nursing homes who never get visitors.

I'm saving some vintage embroidered pieces that came off pillowcases, old hankies and other items to place on an apron or frame with vintage buttons. Mom has a wonderful collection of buttons.

Oh so many projects to do and where does the time go? Also if I get an idea in my head to make something - I want certain items to make it with but usually they are hard too find.

Jul 17th, 2015 at 6:01:15 AM PDT by

Already a fan and watching this one nice listing

Jul 16th, 2015 at 8:44:21 PM PDT by

Thank you for checking out my auction and I'm a fan too.

Jul 17th, 2015 at 5:38:05 AM PDT by

Sometimes it is easier to think of them a large children, they don't know boundries

Jul 16th, 2015 at 5:58:33 PM PDT by

That is true. Our neighbor stopped over the other day with his wife (she has more advanced Alzheimer's) and she was playfully patting her husband. I was going through my embroider floss and she told me that she had some as well. I learned she used to make beautiful pictures. They change so fast from one moment to another.

Jul 17th, 2015 at 5:37:32 AM PDT by

Oh I almost forgot watching

Jul 16th, 2015 at 12:16:55 PM PDT by

Mom loves the minions - I'm going to get her a t-shirt with the one-eyed one.

Jul 16th, 2015 at 3:39:50 PM PDT by

Such a nice auction. I know what you mean about family members with Alzheimer's. God bless you for hanging in there with her. My mother in law screams and tries to run away at night. Such a trying disease... :(

Jul 14th, 2015 at 6:10:42 AM PDT by

She isn't at that stage yet but my neighbor down the road, his wife tries to runaway all the time. He has someone over every day now because she has become such a handful.
My grandfather died from complications of Alzheimer's disease. He used to curse and try to hit my grandmother all the time.
I try to do my best...

Jul 15th, 2015 at 5:51:26 AM PDT by

WOW WOW WOW, one of the coolest auctions I've seen here. F&W

Jul 11th, 2015 at 6:08:29 PM PDT by

Patti - you have some of the nicest stamps! I don't know much about stamp collecting but by the looks of your auctions, I think it would be stamp collector's dream.
Already a fan : )

Jul 12th, 2015 at 8:11:07 AM PDT by

Awesome auction

Jul 10th, 2015 at 11:17:02 PM PDT by

Thank you so much!

Jul 12th, 2015 at 5:19:49 AM PDT by

Yea I've been getting the same problem? Not sure what to do yet!

Jul 10th, 2015 at 6:41:35 PM PDT by

Me too very nice auction! But already over my little credits:)

Jul 10th, 2015 at 5:00:25 AM PDT by

T/Y Sherry for checking out my auction : )

I try to offer nice items in my auctions. Offering free shipping is a strain on my budget but I do.

Jul 10th, 2015 at 5:34:40 AM PDT by

Great fan you

Jun 28th, 2015 at 6:23:38 AM PDT by

Fanned back : )

Jun 28th, 2015 at 7:14:18 AM PDT by

Already a fan but definitely watching this one because all the items are beautiful.

Jul 9th, 2015 at 7:12:10 AM PDT by

I'm a fan of yours too : )

I just love the white and blue apron - the style - but I'm so messy that I need a full apron.

Jul 9th, 2015 at 1:28:23 PM PDT by

Happy anniversary Lori!! Super auction!! Please give your adorable Fido a treat for me. Your fan from the Wolf River in n.e. wisconsin :)

Jul 7th, 2015 at 5:54:03 PM PDT by

Thank you Susan : )

Jul 8th, 2015 at 5:21:51 AM PDT by

Cool auction

Jul 6th, 2015 at 11:06:05 PM PDT by

Thanks for checking out my auction : )

Jul 7th, 2015 at 4:41:25 AM PDT by

Fabulous auction!!

Jul 4th, 2015 at 9:46:56 AM PDT by

T/Y! I might have another auction of vintage linens in September : )

Jul 4th, 2015 at 8:09:45 PM PDT by

Don't we all need them? :):):)

Jul 2nd, 2015 at 8:16:18 AM PDT by

Yes we do! Even strangers need a smile too (however, there are a few that scare the living day lights out of me)

Jul 4th, 2015 at 6:06:29 AM PDT by

Jul 1st, 2015 at 9:21:48 AM PDT by

Thank you so much for the smile! I really needed it today.

Jul 1st, 2015 at 10:30:30 AM PDT by

You are so very, very welcome! Myself and my husband are both disabled so I completely understand.
I too use what I make through here to replenish my crafting supplies and for my family. I have 7 grandchildren so lots of birthdays =) Plus I all ready have a nice start towards Christmas gifts.
I'll keep checking periodically to see if you listed the hankies so I can maybe win some of those.
Even if I don't win this I'm glad I came across your auction.

Jun 30th, 2015 at 9:39:19 PM PDT by

You are so lucky to have children and grandchildren. I was not able to have children.

Nice vintage hankies at a reasonable price are getting harder to find. One of my favorite Christmas ornaments is an angle my mother made out of a beautiful hanky. The repros made in China are just not the same!

A possible idea is to use an old pillowcase and make your own hankies

Jul 1st, 2015 at 10:55:56 AM PDT by

I have been looking every where for old vintage hankies. I found one listian that has put up a few. I make vintage Sunday hanky dolls with them. Plus my sister uses old linens and material to make brand new vintage aprons. Each piece you has is truly beautiful. I'm definitely watching, most likely bidding, and fanned you. Good luck!

Jun 30th, 2015 at 8:52:40 PM PDT by

I have some vintage hankies....just have not listed them yet. Also have vintage material, notions, lace, rick rack, ribbon etc. I just can't afford to give free shipping too often, so I list what I can.

I am a unpaid care giver to my elderly parents. My mother is very difficult because she is has mid-stage Alzheimer's. One minute she is nice .... the next she hates me.

I am not looking for pity. I just want people to understand that I'm not out to make $ on my auctions. I just want to be able to get things for gifts or craft supplies.

Thank you for looking at my auction and fanning me : )

It means a lot to me.

Jun 30th, 2015 at 9:31:49 PM PDT by

Nice Auction!

Jun 30th, 2015 at 7:47:15 AM PDT by

This lot is a lot better than most I have seen on Ebay.

Jun 30th, 2015 at 8:43:44 PM PDT by

Lovely!

Jun 29th, 2015 at 10:54:39 PM PDT by

T/Y! This is just some of the linens I have been given. My mom is the true linen collector.

Jun 30th, 2015 at 8:41:17 PM PDT by

Assorted Vintage Linens for the Kitchen & Home is in the Home & Garden | Kitchen category