Repurposing vintage embroidered linen.

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I have quite a lot (masses!) of embroiderd vintage linens. Mostly tablecloths and tray cloths, some dressing table sets etc. which were made by my Mum, Granny and Mother in law. I really appreciate the work that went into them but don't use them and I am reluctant to put them to the fabric bank. I have "fussy cut" some of the smaller pieces and used them on greetings cards and Lavender bags. I incorporated a larger piece into a quilted summer Tote bag. I saw on the GBSewing Bee pieces incorporated into garments - but not really my style.

Any suggestions/has anyone done anything with similar Items? I also wondered about putting the offcuts of Linen on Freecyle but not sure if anyone would be interested in Linen scraps.

I also have a lot of Tatting that my Mum did:- doily/dressing table sets. All of these crafts are now a bit dated but I hate the thought of them going in the rag bag.

Brie

Freegle/Freecycle would be good options. 

You might also check if a charity might want them to sell.  Oxfam has an online shop where specialists might be hunting for exactly what you have.

19th Century Table cloth Hand Crotchet'd , Linen, Stunning | Oxfam Shop

Alternative - you might try contacting the Women's Institute in case they can put you on to someone who would treasure these.

charlies_mum

If you can saw, you can turn tablecloths into tops.    Just google tablecloth tops, they also did this on the Sewing Bee 

oystercatcher

There is a real craze at the moment for turning old embroidered linen into upcycled garments. Table cloths are flying off the shelves in charity shops and doilies etc. I'm sure charity shops/freecycle would get them used well.