Description
Parentesi Beige Oval Placemat Named for their shape, ‘Parentesi’ means parenthesis in Italian. Made in Italy, these placemats are constructed of pure linen, coated (or “oil clothed”) and finished with a tailored double border embroidered in mercerized cotton. Designed to create a beautiful table by coordinating with a wide range of dinnerware patterns from informal stoneware to the most elaborate fine china, their real beauty is in their practicality. The unique coating of Parentesi placemats makes them stain and wrinkle resistant. Caring for Parentesi placemats is easy. Should a spill happen, simply wipe clean with a damp sponge. Heavier soiling can be machine washed on the gentle cycle using cold water with a mild detergent. Air dry flat (tumble drying is not recommended). If pressing is desired, use the iron’s lowest steam setting and press on the reverse side, covered by a towel. Note that shrinkage of about 3% is normal with the first laundering. Monogramming Parentesi placemats makes for a beautiful and sophisticated embellishment. Rayon embroidery thread will provide the best texture match for the placemats’ mercerized cotton border. Rayon will also resist shrinkage when laundered.
