posted on October 26, 2000 02:34:00 PM
Can someone tell me what to call this cotton fabric? The pattern is distinctive and the edges are printed "An original screen print (copyright) By SpectrumTrend Div. Of Consolidated Foods Corp. Vat colors Scotchgard R[in a circle] E.S.D. top>>>"
Any help out there?
posted on October 26, 2000 03:21:13 PM
"Exotic Patchwork Batik-Look Decor Print"?
That covers a few bases.
I'd describe it as "decorator fabric", which clues quilters in that this is going to be too heavy for traditional quilt use, and note that it would also be great for crafts - e.g. an easy way to get coordinating fabrics for covering boxes, books, and picture frames. I'd do a burn test to confirm that it's all cotton (which I'm pretty sure it is). I'd take goooood, clear pictures of each of the four designs, making sure the colors are true, and include a pennny or quarter in each to show scale; and note the width, length, and weight (which'll also give people an idea of how heavy a fabric it is).
posted on October 26, 2000 04:10:40 PM
Hi HCQ, thanks for the input. Any idea how old this might be? My guess is 1970's, it is not new that much I do know.
posted on October 26, 2000 05:03:37 PM
I think you're probably pretty close on the date.
BTW, when you show pix, see if you can get a closeup of the weave. Different people will want "duck" (heavier) rather than "chintz" (plain weave, right side rather shiny) or "sateen" (satin weave, right side glossy rather than shiny), and vice versa. If you're not sure and want to post a closeup here, I'll give you a hand.
