1. A Brief History Of Fine Swedish Table Linen
December 06, 2005

Linen itself has been featured in history since Prehistoric times. Egyptian culture used linen as a basic cloth as well as for costume. Archaeologists have found samples of linen, dating back to 4200 BC. Linen that is now used in fine Swedish table linen was processed in much the same way, back in 642 AD. Unfortunately, few pieces have survived from that time. By the 1500’s, a damask linen was imported by Holland and Flanders. This linen was used for table cloths by the wealthy. This tradition was replicated in the seventeenth century in Sweden. Fine Swedish table linens were owned ... (read more)

Author: Calle Redhe

2. Pomp, Circumstance and Fine Swedish Table Linen.
November 11, 2005

Although the history to fine Swedish table linen is impressive enough, the current reverence for its past can be seen in many international functions. Since 1901, the Nobel Prize Award Ceremony has taken place in Stockholm, Sweden on December 10 (the anniversary of Albert Nobel's death). This is a ceremony that recognizes the brightest and most innovative minds in the world with prestige and honor. With speeches and grand presentations, the Nobel Prize dinner is one of the biggest dinners in the world each year, and the most secret as well. Not only are winners and their fami... (read more)

Author: Ben Innes-Ker

3. How To Make Your Fine Swedish Table Linen More Beautiful With Age.
October 20, 2005

Fine Swedish table linen isn't just a gift, but it's an heirloom. As a traditional wedding gift, table linen becomes a way to share history from generation to generation. To preserve table linen integrity, here are some tips and tricks. Although a fine Swedish table linen only looks better with continued use, how can you keep it clean of everyday life? Stains and wrinkles do happen, but you can easily remove both. Linen is made to last. Washing your table linen is simple due to the way linen is structured-it easily releases stains because of the fiber weave. The trick is to wash the ... (read more)

Author: Calle Redhe