William Ernest Woods - The humble tea towel
November 29th, 2008, Posted in UncategorizedIn 1895, when William Ernest Woods opened his shop his aim was to build a reputation for selling only the finest quality household linens available. Only the finest sheets, blankets, dusters and floor cloths were good enough to sell in his Harrogate shop. When he didn’t locate an item that met his discerning tastes, he would employ a manufacturer to construct it for him. Even the humble tea towel had to be worthy of his label. After many attempts at kitchen tea towels, for that he was not satisfied with the quality and performance, he went to Ireland to find a flax industry to give dishcloth to his own specifications The requirements were for it to remain white, long lasting and absorbable. He placed his first order and the famous dishcloth was born once he was happy that these requirements had been met. When customers throughout Yorkshire realised the fine quality of their linen dishcloth, it became a kitchen essential in many homes. Today the company sells thousands of these highly absorbent linen tea towels to loyal customer both at home and abroad, even 100 years aog to the day. They are sent all over the world to customers who say they cannot find anything to compare with the qualities of the dishcloth anywhere else. Their linen dishcloth is far more absorbent than cotton so mops up spills and splashes leaving work tops dry and smear free. It will last for everal months, maintaining its original whiteness throughout, and can be washed at a high temperature if required. For generations, thousands of satisfied customers across the globe have used these fine linen dishcloths. For the first time, reveal the hidden benefits of the unsurpassed dishcloth that has been around for a hundred years. White cotton lace and a branded ribbon loop are made from 100% cotton and are vintage tea towels that are machine washable. You won’t be disappointed and will never want to use anything else!