Tablecloths are used to cover any table in a home as well as it is used for decorating home.
Some evidence shows that the Emperor Charlemagne of 8th century reportedly used a tablecloth made from asbestos at his feasts in order to convince his guests that he had magical powers. He used to throw it into the fire, and everyone would be amazed when he pulled it out undamaged.
White table cloths are the standard coverings over a dinner table in many European cultures. Later in medieval periods, white linen or cotton cloth became popular for covering tables also; it was used in preparing for a feast in wealthy households.
In the late 1800s, Queen Victoria used her styles in table-setting and from this various rich fabrics with intricate decorations are raised.
Then, over a period of time, except the poor people, others started arranging the tableware on a cloth. From the 20th century, there are many numbers of styles and patterns are set by the people due to their changing habits of food. White tablecloths are mostly used for formal dinner parties. Even many colors of table cloths are using in formal dinner parties.
Today’s tablecloths are influenced by historical designs and colors because of the more advanced manufacturing technology. Everyone can get the design of what one wants because of the advent of digital printing technology. Modern materials such as vinyl, polyester, and Lycra allow for the options of countless mediums. Many people can get tablecloth designs of various sources to their local places with the help of online search and deliver without ever leaving their home.
