William Ernest Woods - The humble tea towel

In 1895, when William Ernest Woods opened his shop, his aim was to build a reputation for selling only the finest quality household linens available. Fogging sheets and blankets and cloth for floor only the best was good enough to be placed on store shelves has Harrogate He would find a manufacturer to make it for him if he could not find an item to meet his exacting standards. Even the humble tea towel had to be worthy of his label. After testing several kitchen tea towels that were inferior quality and performance, he went to Ireland in search of a manufacturer who would make a fine linen dishcloth to his requirements. It had to keep its whiteness, and be highly absorbent and long lasting. 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. That was 100 years ago this year and today the company sell thousands of these highly absorbent linen tea towels to loyal customers both at home and abroad. 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. Thousands of satisfied customers throughout the world have used their linen dishcloths for generations. 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 will never want to use anything else or be disappointed!