The Magic Tablecloth

I recently found these wonderful French tablecloths. I call them my Magic Tablecloths. These table linens look just like silk, but they are... shhhhhhhhhh ...polyester! Which means they are machine washable. Did I mention they are perfect for every occasion?

One day it was rather chilly in the shop, but there were my Magic Tablecloths; they were calling to keep me warm!

When I wrapped the tablecloth around my shoulders, ideas for this tablecloth flooded into my head. Are you traveling to Tahitti, Hawaii, Florida, or your pool this summer? Need a cover-up? My magic tablecloths are the perfect thing... Check the internet for many ways to tie them!

Then, after a long day in the store, all I want to do is lie in bed and read. My magic tablecloth is the perfect cover up. Guess who is under it?

Ava...of course!

Bastille Day Sale: July 14th - 23rd

Yves Delorme brings their French "Art de Vivre" to the USA for the annual Bastille Day Sale and celebration. Come and experience the French lifestyle and save 20% on all Yves Delorme European bed and bath linens! Yves Delorme is internationally acclaimed for its fine European linens. These luxury linens are distinguished by the uncompromising quality and meticulous attention to detail that is the heritage of French couture.

If you are one of the first customers to purchase Yves Delorme linens during the sale, you will receive a 2011 limited edition Bastille Day Tea Towel. The theme of this year's tea towel is a motif of antique keys from the Bastille Tower jail. The original key was a gift from the Marquis de Lafayette to George Washington in 1790. The key symbolizes freedom and democracy; the cornerstone of both the French and American Revolutions!

In addition to Yves Delorme, we have more fabulous bath and bed linen brands on sale, like Peacock Alley! Come and experience the joy of luxury linens this July 14th-23rd! Find up-to-date details by clicking "I'm attending" on Facebook!

The Newlywed Bed

Often times, brides forget to register for bedding. But isn't this where the magic happens for a newly wed couple? I think this is a big mistake, bedding should definitely be on the registry! Here are some things to think about when registering for bedding:

Style. Two styles merge into one. Will your husband want to sleep under a floral duvet? Start the marriage out with compromising - something you'll need to learn a lot about ;) Pick a style and look that you both will feel comfortable with.

Quantity. You will want to register for at least two sets of sheets (three if you have a guest bedroom). This allows you to have one set in the laundry while the other set is on your bed. This way your bed will never go bare!

Padding. You and your soon-to-be husband deserve to start your life together fresh. Think of adding a feather-bed or mattress pad to your mattress. These products a more comfortable bed for a good night's rest. They can also help to absorb movement - so when he rolls over, he won't wake you! Pillows also make a difference in a restful night, so if you don't have good ones, now is the time.

Quality. Bedding is an investment, with care it should last a long time. So, now is the time to get the good stuff! It would be a shame to have to throw away a gift a guest gave you after just a few short months...

Please keep these things in mind when creating your bridal registry. Sallie home has everything you'll need to start a beautiful life together, register now with just a click!