PREPARING YOUR LINEN CLOSET

Fabrics with raised embroidery or eyelets should be ironed face down on a thick towel so as not to flatten the handwork. Then press carefully on the reverse side. When you are finished, be sure to air dry your freshly pressed items before youf old or store them. This will prevent the growth of mildew. Larger pieces should be dried for at least twelve hours before storing."

STORAGE: "If you are going to be storing linens for an extended length of time, it is best to wrap them. Acid-free tissue paper, is often recommended. Do not ever store soiled linens. Stains will set if not treated promptly and will be more difficult to remove later. Tablecloths, sheets, and other larger items can be softly folded on hangers padded with soft material, then covered with clean cloths and hung in the closet.

Linen closet shelves should be clean and completely free of dust. I always enjoy a linen closet that smells fresh as well. Leave the door ajar so that air can circulate, and place scented soap, a pomander ball, or a sachet near your spotless napery and bedding. Beware of cedar chests and closets. Both the fumes and the contact with the wood will discolor whites."

Here are three web-sites that will help you with your well organized linen closet.

The Laundry at Linens Limited

Light Impressions

Mini-Magic

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