I have been searching for pics of my table toppers and have eventually found a couple must it has reminded met to take a pic of the latest one. The table they cover and protect is a antique oak drop leafed table which I adore as it is the perfect size for a single diner me so a quilted topper is the ideal solution.
As for stains, I haven't any! I wash them on a low temp wash, or just a cold rinse with salt and all marks disappear, and this particular one is years old and has not stains AT ALL
And if I have enough fabric, which I did in this case, I make them reversible.