Chairs, bedding, towels, napkins—we’re monogramming them all thanks to Leontine Linens! The Matchbook girls are simply wild about the Southern company’s oversized initials in cheeky colors such as tangerine, rose, and chartreuse. Each of Leontine’s heirloom quality pieces is custom made to order at Elizabeth Beard Studio, an historic all-female embroidery company founded in Kentucky in 1921. You can now peruse the Leontine merchandise online or at their flagship in the heart of New Orleans. Owner and fine linens expert Jane Scott Hodges hosts trunk shows around the country and even makes in-home visits to ensure quality. We tracked her down to discuss the art of embroidery, our mutual love of monograms, and her plans for the holidays. matchbook
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