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Do custom table liners my linens need to be dry cleaned? all gracious style linens can be easily cared for at home. for your convenience, they can be gently machine washed and dried (or, if you prefer, hand washed and air dried). except in very serious cases, we do not recommend bleaches on any fine linens, as they are prone to weaken the fabric''s natural fibers. embroidery guide liners placement. napkins are most often embroidered in the corner, either diagonally or straight. in europe, where napkins are most often folded in ninths, they are frequently embroidered right in the center. tablecloths can be embroidered felt table liners along all four corners or in the center. color. the most traditional liners color for embroidering linens is white, although colored threads are often used to complement a china pattern or a particular color scheme. for festive occasions and anniversaries, we love the elegant look of silver or burgundy embroideries. we have a large variety of embroidery colors available; for specific colors, please call us or write us. letters. single letter monograms usually feature the first letter of the owner''s family name. three-letter monograms offer expanded possibilities. in the past, most women chose to have their first, middle, and last initials embroidered. today, a popular choice are the initials of a couple''s first names, along the initial of their last name. in early times, they were so rare custom table liners and expensive that only the liners very wealthy could afford them, so linens were guarded zealously. in many table households, linen inventories were meticulously kept in handwritten lists and regularly attended to by a dedicated staff. liners fortunately, linens are no longer so rare or costly anymore, yet for us at gracious style, they are no less table precious. ultimately, we love linens because they are so personal. they accompany us through a lifetime of celebrations and memories - from meals shared with loved liners ones to anniversaries and holidays - and ultimately become treasured heirlooms. what should i look for in finer linens?
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