An Antique Linen Party in Town

A few weeks ago I attended an antique linen party at the home of my friend, Claudia, who collects and sells vintage tablecloths, napkins, pillow shams and other linens, many from Europe. Claudia hand washes, mends and irons her wares, all of which are delicate and beautiful. Another friend, Lucy, was selling some frocks she crafted for little girls from embroidered tablecloths. The ladies also put on a sumptuous tea party for their guests. We enjoyed our tea on Claudia's patio amidst the abundant greenery, and admired her celadon pottery displayed on the mantel before leaving for home with our chosen treasures.

Axel Vervoordt

I have recently been taken with the design work of Axel Vervoordt. His particular brand of elegance coupled with rusticity fits well with my idea of how to live in the country. This arrangement on my coffee table was my effort to create some of that urban-rustic style. The table itself belonged to my parents, and was made by Drexel in 1959. I used some of my collection of celadon pottery together with boxes, shards, and other bits I found around the house.