E is for

Embroidered tablecloths.

I have two embroidered tablecloths. I've used this sweet one for girly luncheons.



The other is quite dramatic and draped the New Year's Eve buffet table.





Both are beauties and I'm always amazed by the handwork that went into them.

As much as I admire embroidery, it's something I have no interest in doing myself. However, check out the multi-talented Sonja's embroidery project.

Stitched in Groton

Seeing the multi-talented Sonja's embroidery project reminded me that I've forgotten to write about a wonderful store I found in Groton, CT during our recent road trip.

Salt & Light Stitchery--no website--is a tiny, pretty store



chock-full of vintage and "period inspired" goodies. Quilts, loom-woven placemats, tatted hankies and pillowcases, hand-dipped candles, lace doilies, hand-made soaps and

embroidered tea towels and hankies



and embroidered pillow cases



I was in heaven!
Did anything follow me home? But of course!

Store information:
Salt & Light Stitchery
179 Thames Street
Groton, CT
phone: 860-449-0120
email: saltandlightstitchery@yahoo.com

No affiliation with this gem of a store except as a happy customer.