Gingham fabrics are everywhere at the moment. We are seeing them in everything from high fashion to fresh country style interiors. References: film icons from Judy Garland in 'The Wizard of Oz' to Doris Day's - 'Calamity Jane' are known for their iconic gingham outfits. It has a youthful, happy, fresh and wholesome style and its popularity has had global significance for centuries Cherry Red Gingham (Curtaining) has a lovely pinky red and classic white palette. Woven (not printed meaning no right or wrong sides) in breathable, soft cool cotton yarns. The half-Panama, close weave produces a pleasing rustic style with a 'linen look'. Cherry Red Gingham is strong and maintains a soft reassuring medium-heavy drape quality making it suitable for a wide range of uses. Put Cherry Red Gingham to use for fresh country/retro '50s style interior soft furnishings; curtains, blinds, pelmets, cushions etc. Create coordinating accessories for the kitchen and dining room, table covers, placemats, oven gloves, appliance covers - teapot cosies etc. Take your Cherry Red Gingham outdoors by creating garden cushions and sun canopies, children's/pets play tents etc. Mix gingham with florals and stripes for a shabby chic country style. This versatile hard wearing fabric will also make cute children's clothing, dungarees, pinafore dresses, aprons and coverall tunics. You will probably want to create adult-sized versions too! We advise that you just purchase a little extra and pre-wash to test for shrinkage. Curtain Fabrics behave differently to clothing/apparel fabrics Weight: Medium Composition: Cotton Width: 146cm / 57.4inch Pattern repeat: 2.3cm / 0.9inch
