In the 1930s, a time when America\u2019s decorative arts movement was dominated by male designers, self-taught artist Marguerita Mergentime blazed a trail for herself as an innovator who introduced bold patterns to American homes. Though she designed many household items\u2014flatware, glassware, china, and more\u2014she is best known for her printed fabrics that blend folk art with asymmetrical or typographical touches. Her table linens were quite literally conversation starters\u2014just take a peek at her \u201cFood for Thought\u201d tablecloth, featured in the Museum of Modern Art\u2019s online collection<\/a>.<\/p>\n Today, Marguerita\u2019s vision feels just as fresh as it did then\u2014which is why we\u2019re so excited to announce the launch of our exclusive Food52 Mergentime Collection. In collaboration with Marguerita\u2019s granddaughter, Virginia Bayer, who helped bring the designer\u2019s extensive archive to life, we curated a selection of table linens, dish towels, and tree skirts that revive Marguerita\u2019s bold designs. Just in time for the holidays, her iconic patterns will be the talk of your holiday table and home. Here are all the festive finds in our Mergentime collection, perfect for giving and getting.<\/p>\n All of your presents and holiday photos will pop with this garland motif\u2014or Mergentime\u2019s angels holiday skirt<\/a>\u2014around your tree. Like the entire Food52 Mergentime collection, it\u2019s made of machine washable cotton and linen, so you can keep it pristine for holiday seasons to come.<\/p>\n Elevate your holiday table, bar, or credenza with this runner featuring a festive pattern of angels and birds.<\/p>\n This table throw\u2019s bold garland motif comes in red or green, and adds instant flair to your holiday spread.<\/p>\n Pair these darling napkins with the Mergentime table throw or runner, or use them to dress up a table linen you already own.<\/p>\n Add some cheer to a friend\u2019s kitchen or spruce up your own with this festive dish towel.<\/p>\n\nFood52 Mergentime Garland Tree Skirt<\/a>, $150<\/h3>\n
\nFood52 Mergentime Angels & Birds Table Runner<\/a>, $75<\/h3>\n
\nFood52 Mergentime Garland Table Throw<\/a>, $75<\/h3>\n
\nFood52 Mergentime Birds Napkins, Set of 4<\/a>, $75<\/h3>\n
\nFood52 Mergentime Angels & Birds Dish Towel<\/a>, $35<\/h3>\n
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