The table cloth is beautiful and probably linen. Since it is special to you, then definitely use it. I would make a whole cloth quilt and keep it for yourself. My mom passed away recently and I found a lot of linen cross stitch items she made and never used. She was probably afraid my bothers and I would get them dirty. I have used them to make pilows, a table runner and now I'm using the rest for a lap quilt for myself. I plan on using it and it will help me remember all the wonderful things my mom created and the good times we had.