Fall is Here!

Welcome the fall colors and cooler temperatures! I wanted to send a recap of happenings here at Reproduction Fabrics. I hope all those fall quilting projects are starting off with a bang! Please follow and share our Instagram and Facebook pages. We share the very latest happenings on our socials. We can use your help, if you find our content interesting and think there is someone in your life that would be interested please send them this newsletter or share our social media pages. We greatly appreciate the support!

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We have new fabrics coming all the time from all time periods. Visit our What’s New page to see all the new fabrics added in the last couple weeks. 

Paisley Patterns

Kashmir shawls ('shal'... Indo-Persian word for fine woolen fabric used as a drape) with paisley motifs were introduced into Europe in the 18^th century and quickly became a popular fashion accessory for the very wealthy. "An especially fine shawl took 5 years to weave and was similar in value to a London town house"...Textile Design, pg 390.

Originally the shawls were shoulder mantels of the high officials in the Mughal Court during the 17^th century.  They were woven (Twill weave) in Kashmir from the soft inner fleece that was the winter coat of the local Kashmir goats. Those fibers were washed and spun, then dyed with native vegetable dyes. The buti motif (Hindi for small flower) was used as filler while the larger distinctive tear drop shapes (boteh) were woven into the borders. The shawls could be rectangles or squares.

They were part of the Spice trade and an ideal accent for the classical-style (think Empire silhouette) European dress of the early 19^th century. Napoleon's gift of one to Josephine began her collection..which grew to a total of 60.

The Jacquard loom enabled Europeans to produce imitations. The weavers in Paisley, Scotland made some of the best. Soon textile designers were incorporating the distinctive cone shape, with the zig-zag edges of the woven versions, into printed shawl squares. The Paisley shawl went out of fashion with the introduction of the bustle in 1869 but the paisley motif, named for the town in Scotland, remained popular.

New on Website! - Needle Case Sewing Kits.

Kits available in 4 different color combinations.

Beautiful Fall Fabrics

Bucklebury Chintz by Michelle Yeo brings together many historic and timeless motifs in beautiful raspberry pinks, olive greens and ocean blues. Reproduction designs from the mid-19th century.

Dakota Threads by Julie Letvin Collection in Geometric 2024 is a must-have for any quilter or patchwork enthusiast. This collection features a stunning array of geometric patterns in a variety of colors, perfect for adding a pop of personality to any project.

Judie Rothermel Indigo & Cheddar by Marcus Fabrics. Filled to the brim with delightfully rich hues, this collection by designer Judie Rothermel is one you sure don’t want to miss! Indigo and Cheddar marries together two beautiful and rich hues that are paired with timeless traditional designs, giving the fabrics an ageless look.

Haberdashery by Marcus Fabrics. Early Colonial bedrooms often featured expensive imported Toile fabrics augmented with 'Domestics' (woven checks). Those fabrics were readily available in America at the time. This Haberdashery line has yarn dyed checks and stripes reminiscent of the 1775-1825 time period.

Whistler Studio Circa: Sharp Cheddar - Wonderful Oranges and blues perfect for those fall projects. Available individually by yard or FQ Bundle. 18 lovely prints in this 1865-1900 Late 19th Century line. Post Civil War fabrics had a variety of designs that included paisleys, stripes, and florals. Predominant colors were madders, browns, greens and pinks.

Come and See us!

We LOVE getting vistors to our store in Northfield, MN. There isn't a better time to visit Northfield than in the Fall with all the wonderful colors and great shops to visit along our Main Street. We are running several promotions this fall for those that come visit us in person.

We are partnering with Scott Fortunoff, VP of Henry Glass Fabrics in the #ScottSentMe2024 challenge! We are offering an incentive from Sep 1 to Nov 30 for all visitors to our store. Just say “Scott Sent Me" and get 10% off a purchase of $25 or more. Some great prizes are available for the top visitors. Check out the #ScottSentMe2024 website for all the details and prize.

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