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This is written by Zani, Elizabeth's daughter.
After several months of ill health, Elizabeth passed away peacefully on the 18th August 2016. She loved her blog and her textiles. Thank you all so much for your friendship and support.
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News and views from a British antique textile dealer who has always sourced the best linens and fabrics from La France Profonde. Now branching out into Vintage Armchairs for Seniors needing comfort and support. Contact: dbaer@onetel.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------
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- softly (1)
- starving workers emigrate to Canada. (1)
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- elizabeth baer
- Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom
- News and views from a British antique textile dealer who sources the best linens and fabrics from La France Profonde. Contact: dbaer@onetel.com