I can hear the conversations around the table now — art or kitsch? Definitely kitschy but still a clever idea and perhaps the host can relax a bit more knowing that the napkin stains need not come out in the wash.
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Comments (11)
Putting a frame around a stain does not make it any less of a mess.
I love it.
seems like a tacky way to say you are too lazy to do the wash.
This is supposedly how Alexandra Wentworth "made" her rug that was featured on the May 2009 cover of Elle Decor:
http://www.pointclickhome.com/elle_decor/elle_decor_may_2009
Celebrating sloppy eating. Wow.
Maybe I'm too straight-laced or something, but this just grosses me out. Spilling all over your table isn't something to be proud of.
Grossly amusing.
I like the concept. I think plates are beutiful after they meal has been consumed! :)
No. No. No.
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Hate. Disgust. I hope this is nothing more than a joke.
Looking at the choice of table mats I'm not surprised this contributor thinks stains are cool.
This IS a joke--I happen to think a funny one.