Arts and Crafts Fabric – Sources?
nikkiwood
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I am a cabinetmaker, and a refugee from Knots.
I am building a set of Morris chairs and need to locate uphostery fabric for the cushions and backs. The appropriate style would be best described as “arts and crafts” or “mission style” — in the tradition of William Morris, the Stickleys, etc..
Yes, I have done a Google search, but without any expertise, it is difficult to evaluate the various selections.
Therefore, I am hoping that some of you will be willing to pass along your recommendations for sources; just like everyone else, I am looking for top quality fabrics at the most reasonable prices.
Thanks.
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You can try a search of the forum for online sources, and probably it would be helpful to provide some indication of what major city you are close to (or a general region). People who have provided that info in the past seem to have received lots of feedback!
Sr. Tracey
If you pick up a magazine aimed at Arts&Crafts collectors, owners of A&C houses, etc. you will find lots of ads for furnishings, including "soft furnishings".
Thanks for suggestions.
I have done the online search, and I am aware of American Bungalow, although I don't subscribe.
It is easy enough to find a gazillion sources, but I was hoping for specific recommendations about fabric sources (not just upholstery) from people with more knowledge about all this than I. For me, picking a supplier would be just a stab in the dark.
Look for Sanderson furnishing fabrics, who own the copyrights on the original Morris designs and still produce them.
Go to http://www.sanderson-online.co.uk/sanderson/index.aspx and follow the links to 'Morris & Co.' I am afraid that this website did not work well for me, but you can request samples and should be able to locate a local stockist or a mail order source.
Here in the UK they are still quite popular and I have re-upholstered chairs in these fabrics. They are fairly heavy and not the easiest to work with but they last for years.
Cheers,
Ghillie
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