What do you think of this fabric?
I picked it up cheap at an op-shop in the form of two curtain panels. I’m really not sure about it. It’s sorta late 18th century – but really pushing the accuracy with the pattern. I’m either going to commit to making something out of it, or de-stash it right away. I don’t want it just sitting around in my stash. Things that are not historical about it: The dark background (most 18th c chintzes have a white background) The evenness of the print It’s a little too busy The pink and blue are a little too modern But on the other hand… It was super cheap I already own it, and finding these types of prints can be a headache I want a late 18th c chintz dress It isn’t completely out of the bounds of historical accuracy It’s 100% cotton, and good quality cotton But on the other hand… Some of the edges are faded There is just enough to make a round gown, if I’m lucky. It will be a squeeze. So, …