Am I a “Vintage” Quilter?

                 As I browsed around the Revival Fabrics web site, I came across the vintage tablecloths category.  Pictured there was a tablecloth and napkins in blue and white with floral and ribbon design.  I’d say it dates to the 1950’s or early ’60’s.

They reminded me of a wedding shower gift from my husband’s aunt!  She had given me a set of placemats and napkins…white background with blue flowers and green leaves.  No swirls, but the tablecloth design at Revival Fabrics immediately reminded me of this gift, which I’d kept in pristine condition all these years. 

Jim and I were married in 1960.  So as I looked at this tablecloth that reminded me of Aunt Margaret’s shower gift, I wondered if I should feel my age…or rejoice that I’m still healthy and active.

              My daughter and I do find it fun to collect vintage table linens, along with vintage fabrics.  As I look at those at Revival Fabrics, I’m carried back to my teen and young married years.  Some also remind me of wedding gifts my mom received and used when we had guests.