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I love finding tablecloths, runners, napkins, and other linens when I am out thrifting. Whether it be at consignment shops, GW, or yard sales, I will usually snap up a pretty linen if it doesn't have a lot of stains.  I will show you some of my favorites.
I found several pieces embroideried with this design at a favorite consignment shop.

This blue runner (reversible to stripes), found on consignment.

This is one of the nicer quality tablecloths I have found, $4.00 at a thrift store.

This cloth was around $10.00 on consignment.

This runner is also reversible to polka dots, and was a consignment find.

This pink and white gingham is perfect in the sun room, and is a consignment find also.

This is the most valuable table cloth I have found, and it was $2.00 at a nearby yard sale.  It is a vintage Wielunder.  They sell on ebay for 30 - 90 dollars.  Mine is in pristine condition!


Christmas tablecloth, consignment sale.

 Consignment shop tablecloth (above)

Runner, consignment sale

By keeping your eye out while thrifting, you can acquire linens for all occasions.    Do you buy your linens this way?  

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  1. Shabby Brocante, KarenMarch 4, 2013 at 10:51ā€ÆAM

    You have found some beautiful pieces. I love the small sage table runner with soft red flowers. So pretty!
    Karen

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  2. sweet violetsMarch 4, 2013 at 11:40ā€ÆAM

    Love looking at your nice linens, and there's that wonderful lantern in the last pic, you know how I love that!!!! I also really like your new header and look on the blog!! Tag sales are my fav spots to find linens too.

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  3. UnknownMarch 4, 2013 at 1:56ā€ÆPM

    My future DIL and I went out i=over the weekend, and I was showing her things I luv. We have a lot of the same likes. I ohhed over a vintage lace table cloth and lil Miss snapped it up. Hahahahaaa... I am a fool for linens as well Kathy.
    You have a wonderful collection.
    Hugs, Gee

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  4. OliveMarch 4, 2013 at 5:05ā€ÆPM

    I adore linens and buy this way all the time. I LOVE THAT BLUE RUNNER.

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  5. Sissie's Shabby CottageMarch 4, 2013 at 5:47ā€ÆPM

    Hi Kathy,
    You sure have a way with using linens. I love everything that you've found but the round green one is my favorite. You have wonderful taste.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  6. jp@A Green RidgeMarch 4, 2013 at 7:18ā€ÆPM

    You have such lovely things around your home!...:)JP

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  7. Pam~ Virginia RetroMarch 4, 2013 at 7:58ā€ÆPM

    Kathy, Love all your linens, but especially your Wilendur. I was trying to see the pattern, is it lilacs? I have that one also, it's beautiful! I find mine at estate sales, consignment shops, antique malls, but only rarely at the thrifts.

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  8. BabsMarch 5, 2013 at 8:04ā€ÆAM

    You have some beautiful table linens! I love looking for them at GW and consignments shops too, although I don't often find many that are in good shape. You have a really nice collection.

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  9. Jemma@athomewithjemmaMarch 5, 2013 at 9:34ā€ÆAM

    Love your pink and white gingham in the sun room, I sure would like to spend an afternoon there!!

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  10. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMarch 5, 2013 at 9:47ā€ÆAM

    All of your linens are wonderful and of course I love the cloch. Thanks for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  11. Vel CristeMarch 5, 2013 at 10:44ā€ÆAM

    You really have a good eye dear! Love all your finds especially the consignement shop tablecloth! have a nice day!

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  12. FABBY'S LIVINGMarch 5, 2013 at 2:39ā€ÆPM

    There are none of that kind of stores here, so I make them when I see pretty materials, like my last one for Valentine's. I love, love all your beautiful linen and such great finds too!! I love the last runner and the pretty consignement shop tablecloth. Thanks for dropping by sweetie. Hugs,
    FABBY

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  13. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMarch 5, 2013 at 7:58ā€ÆPM

    I love those runners you found, Kathy! Especially that they reverse to a different pattern. It's like getting two for the price of one! I always like looking at tablecloths, although I don't usually use them myself. I especially admire those with wonderful detail on them.

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  14. Cottage and BroomeMarch 5, 2013 at 9:59ā€ÆPM

    I have a weakness for table linens too. If I find stained ones I find Biz works well at getting the stains out. Great finds!!! Have a wonderful week, Laura

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  15. AnonymousMarch 6, 2013 at 9:20ā€ÆAM

    Hi Kathy! I love linens too and you have some pretty ones. So glad to see so many Springys at your home. You always have so many pretty things.
    be a sweetie and thanks for popping in to see me,
    Shelia ;)

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  16. Custom ComfortsMarch 10, 2013 at 8:49ā€ÆPM

    You certainly have acquired quite a collection of pretty linens. I love linens too. They are just so sweet and reminders of a slower time of life, where we enjoy pretty things and not everything was a throwaway for convenience sake.
    Cindy

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  17. Calypso In The CountryMarch 10, 2013 at 10:39ā€ÆPM

    Everything looks so springy! I love the pink and white. Thanks for stopping by my blog to say hello!
    -Shelley

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  18. AnonymousMarch 12, 2013 at 10:12ā€ÆAM

    I love looking through linens at various resale places too,Kathy.
    You have some nice ones.

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  19. KimMarch 12, 2013 at 1:33ā€ÆPM

    It all looks so pretty Kathy. I love the sage floral runner too. So nice and Springy!
    xoxo,
    Kim

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  20. Phyllis @Around the HouseMarch 13, 2013 at 2:14ā€ÆPM

    Love all of your wonderful finds at thrift stores, I love a bargain and find a lot of my tablescape items at GW or Salvation Army, I should call it SA...your linens are some great finds and really make your table sing...I am your newest follower and I will be back again, hope you can come for a visit..

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  21. chateau chicMarch 15, 2013 at 9:58ā€ÆAM

    You have sure been able to find some lovely linens! I'll have to look more carefully when I'm out thrifting.
    Mary Alice

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  22. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresMarch 15, 2013 at 10:22ā€ÆAM

    They're all so pretty, but my favorite is the Wielunder. I'm always thrilled when I find a vintage cloth in perfect condition at a yard sale or thrift shop. I have one now that's waiting to see if I can get some stains out. If not, I'll just have to repurpose it.

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  23. UnknownMarch 19, 2013 at 9:54ā€ÆPM

    I love buying linens at thrift stores and flea markets , I love table cloths and doilies . You have a great collection !

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  24. Judy at GoldCountryCottageMarch 23, 2013 at 9:49ā€ÆPM

    Hi Kathy. I've come to visit and am now your newest follower too. I love finding pretty linens at the thrift stores and sales. I have a few nice tablecloths from the 40's and 50's, but got them mostly on e-bay when I was working, when I could afford to do that. I haven't found any really old ones but have found some doilies and such. In fact, today I made a pillow for the guest bedroom using fabric that I got at HobbyLobby and a piece of embroidery that I found at a sale. I will be sharing them shortly. Now, I'm going back to see some of your past posts and your finds are all so pretty..Happy Weekend..Judy

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  25. CeciliaMarch 25, 2013 at 7:47ā€ÆPM

    Hi Kathy,
    I can't say I buy linens that way - I never seem to find any that look as nice as yours. You found some really nice ones! I am now following you back - can't wait to see what else you find and do.
    hugs,
    Cecilia

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  26. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMarch 26, 2013 at 7:05ā€ÆPM

    You really have a nice collection Kathy. I do look for linens and old handmade lace at estate sales. Haven't found much at thrift. I have never found a tablecloth. Love the vintage green one!
    hugs,
    Jann

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  27. ANNEMarch 27, 2013 at 9:45ā€ÆPM

    Wow what great finds! I never look through the linens and clothing at thrift sales. That's about to change!!!

    Thanks for the tip!

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  28. THE FARMHOUSE PORCHMarch 28, 2013 at 10:08ā€ÆPM

    I'd love to find a nice collection of them and have some colorful pillows made out of them.

    I hope you'll come back to the Farmhouse Porch and link this up at my linky party this Tuesday! Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving a sweet commentā™„

    Linsey

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  29. Debbie@Mountain BreathsApril 2, 2013 at 6:23ā€ÆAM

    I inherited a box of linens and pot holders, and I'm like a little girl when I look through the box over and over. You have a wonderful collection! Thanks for stopping by my blog to say hello!

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  30. FABBY'S LIVINGApril 3, 2013 at 9:07ā€ÆPM

    Oh my, some gorgeous things..don't know where to begin!!I adore linens and your collection is gorgeous, dear Kathy. I love the pretty blue and white flower vase in the photo with the no less prety blue runner. Thank you for the sweet and kind comments you left me. Big hugs,
    FABBY

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  31. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeApril 3, 2013 at 9:37ā€ÆPM

    They are all so pretty! Doesn't it make you so happy to find treasures like these...
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  32. RettabugApril 3, 2013 at 9:49ā€ÆPM

    Kathy, you have a very good eye for hunting down treasures! Very pretty ones, I might add. LOVE the 1st one especially, as I'm partial to embroidered items.

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  33. emily barlocker scottApril 5, 2013 at 5:52ā€ÆPM

    Will you come decorate my house?!

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  34. elizabethApril 7, 2013 at 12:24ā€ÆAM

    What great finds! Thanks so much for your kind comment on my mantel changes!

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  35. Carlene @ Organized ClutterApril 7, 2013 at 8:21ā€ÆAM

    I love to find linens too. They just soften everything up and make it homey.

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  36. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeApril 8, 2013 at 11:12ā€ÆPM

    Your linens are fabulous. I love them. Thanks so much for joining Inspire Me and for your suggestion about my blog problem. The problem is when you go to dashboard on blogger and you see on the left hand side the reading list, there you see the latest posts and they show a small thumbnail and then a snippet of text about the blog. If you scroll down to my blog, there is no thumbnail, only text. Mine disappeared on 2/21 and I have tried to figure out how to get it back. Do you have any suggestions.

    Hugs, Marty

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  37. AnonymousApril 9, 2013 at 7:39ā€ÆAM

    Wow, you have found some fabulous linens. I love each one you have shared with us. I think they give such a warm and cozy feel to your home.
    Have a great day!

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  38. Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLizApril 11, 2013 at 9:42ā€ÆAM

    Hello Kathy-
    You have a nice collection of linens. I haven't made a habit of looking for them 2nd hand but I can see there is a lot of merit in doing so! Thank you for visiting my blog, Liz

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  39. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeApril 11, 2013 at 7:30ā€ÆPM

    Oh my goodness, your linens are stunning. I love them. You really do have some beauties. Hugs, Marty

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  40. Sweet Cottage DreamsApril 11, 2013 at 11:41ā€ÆPM

    oh yes, I find old linens when out shopping. some I have to soak in oxyclean to clean them up. you sure have some lovely pieces to treasure!!

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  41. AnonymousApril 12, 2013 at 7:44ā€ÆAM

    Hi Kathy, all your linens are so wonderful. Finding a great piece at a small price at a thrift or yard sale is like finding the golden egg at the Easter Egg hunt. A thrill and a joy. Have a wonderful weekend. ~

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  42. DianeApril 12, 2013 at 6:35ā€ÆPM

    Very nice linens. I love the green floral tablecloth. What a great buy. It is so lovely and vintage looking. Thanks for stopping by for a visit!

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  43. Jonell w HarrisonApril 17, 2013 at 5:46ā€ÆPM

    Kathy I haven't 'seen' you in 'a while'..a southern prase isn't it? I can see you too love a BARGAIN and I NEVER buy linens NEW/RETAIL...always look for napkins, tablecloths, runners etc when we are out. There's a huge 3 story mall/flea mkt in Montg Al that has vendors who always have wonderful vintage linens..
    btw..i have my 'Wisteria Project Reveal" up on my blog this week..been saving pics of start to finish project 2012-1013 for sharing Come See!!

    Jonell

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  44. Liz @ Quirky VistasApril 24, 2013 at 8:22ā€ÆAM

    Hi Kathy, I'm so glad your comments are workable again. For a while there I couldn't comment because of google plus. Glad to see that's fixed. Love your linens. Wish I had more of a way to use old ones. They do catch my eye when I'm out and about. If I found just the right styles, I'd buy them, but you have to be first at a sale to get the pretty ones around here it seems. You did good finding all you did!
    Liz

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  45. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideApril 30, 2013 at 9:04ā€ÆAM

    Beautiful pieces! I love linens as well and very rarely pay regular price for them! I've had to stop myself, unless I really, really love it, because I am just getting too many!

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  46. Carlene @ Organized ClutterJuly 16, 2013 at 9:19ā€ÆAM

    Vintage linens add so much softness to a room!

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  47. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJuly 16, 2013 at 4:18ā€ÆPM

    Kathy,
    Thanks so much for stopping by and for your encouraging words as i continue my weight loss journey...
    I am a new follower where I can follow you!! LOL!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  48. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJuly 16, 2013 at 4:19ā€ÆPM

    By the way, I forgot to mention...Beautiful linens!!

    Hugs,
    Deb

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  49. Ivy and ElephantsAugust 5, 2013 at 7:49ā€ÆPM

    Lovely linens. They just make a home or table setting special. You don't see that attention to detail in newer linens. Gorgeous!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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