This is just a few of the kinds of fabric I have stashed away. They are usually from old, vintage garments. Often from clothes that I or my family have worn. They are not just beautiful in their own right but they hold memories. When I spread them out I can see and hear the kids running around and I remember that whole time of my life.
- Mambo - definately one of my all time faves. Large collection of these, but I have not been able to cut them up at all. They seem to have more value just as they are, whole.
- Indonesian ikat - From my holidays to Bali, I used to scour the markets and shops around Ubud looking for those special pieces. I am attracted to the older fabrics, from Flores, Sumba etc. Some of these I purchased already made up into "tourist" garments, which we indeed did wear, but no longer do. Some I purchased in their original form, a sarong or wrap of some sort. In any case I have not parted with any of it.
- JImmy Pike prints on anything - These really do have the WOW factor. Color and design extraordinare! When I do start to put all these together I will probably want to begin with these just because they are so very very beautiful. Again from old shirts and skirts.
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