Southern Lady

New Life for Old Linens

ere in the South, we love to pass down beautiful things from generation to generation, and linens have long been beloved keepsakes that carry on through family lines. But over time, these dainty accoutrements can get stained, damaged, and separated from full sets, leaving recipients wondering if they’re worth the storage space. We caught up with two of our region’s top linen aficionados for advice on how to make use of these pretties with just a little elbow grease and some creative spirit.

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