Needlework By My Ancestors?

Today I am sharing another photographic journey through my grandmother’s collection of linens. First, a mat made from crochet squares by my granny:

  Next, two cotton embroidered tablecloths with beautiful crochet trim. I don’t know if they were made by an ancestor of mine but they are very pretty.

   And lastly, my favourite, a cotton piece (a tidy or antimacassar, maybe?) featuring multiple needlework skills including cut out embroidery, netting and tatting :

     I like to think of this being made by one of my ancestors for her trousseau but I really don’t know who made it.  Regardless, it is a beautiful work of art!