30s, Retro and Reproduction Fabrics
If you have found an antique quilt that you would like duplicate, you will need to find the Reproduction Fabrics that are like the ones used in the quilt.
Early Americans preferred fabrics that were a polished cotton or wool that had a gloss to them. It is hard to find Reproduction fabrics that have this sheen to them. Both florals and geometrics were the common prints that were used.
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Mid Nineteenth Century fabrics mainly had plant related motifs or interestingly shaped geometric prints. The colors were Prussian blue, Turkey red and cinnamon pink. Greens, yellows and browns were also used.
Latter Nineteenth Century began a new era in fabrics as various colorfast dyes were developed. Women were able to dye their fabrics at home for the first time. Paisleys, stripes, geometrics and florals are often seen on fabric during this period.
Whatever era quilt you are trying to duplicate, you will find discount Reproduction Fabrics, Fabrics from the 1930s and Retro Fabrics that will allow you to create a quilt that looks like it was made by your Grandmother, or even your Great-Grandmother.
