Glad you're excited ('cause I am too)!
This is Jessica Jones from How About Orange and me in Southwestern Massachusetts for the printing of THE FABRIC. We are standing in front of the final strike-off of the soon-to-be-famous Peapod pattern. And no, we didn't plan to match our sweaters to the fabric. (It might explain why we were attracted to those colors, yes?)
I asked Jessica to design a fabric collection last summer and she came up with this super cool Modern Flora Collection. She gave her blog readers a sneak peek in September. In shades of apple green, lemongrass, deep green and turquoise, she came up with the designs of Sprig, Leaflet, Herb and Peapod. Three of the fabrics are printed on a 7 oz. canvas 54" wide. Herb is the scattered leaves design and is printed on a 54" wide fabric known as "Fortuna", which is a mid-weight cotton sheeting. This fabric is perfect for linings or other applications where you want a softer texture and lighter weight.
How did all this happen? I've always liked bold, large prints in bright colors and they are not always easy to find or afford. I found Jessica through her blog (she tells people we met online) and was really attracted to her designs. So, I had this vision that we should produce a line of fabrics that are hip, modern and bright on a canvas (which is reasonably priced and I personally love the weight and texture). But I also wanted a lighter weight print in the collection because sometimes you want a purse lining or other home dec item where you don't want the weight and texture. And I wanted to make sure some solid cottons existed that matched the prints so that you had more design options, which Braemore's Apple Green and Turquoise Carson City match to a T.
So now I'm just staring at the samples I brought back and dreaming of duvet covers, canvas totes, pillows, upholstered chairs, curtains, awnings, crib sets, messsenger bags and shower curtains. By the way, we'll have the fabrics in about 10 day to 2 weeks.
I cannot wait to place an oder! I really love the bold colors as well as the large designs! Congrats again!
Posted by:Joy | January 18, 2008 at 02:25 PM
Congratulations to you and Jessica. I think it's funny that you color-coordinated your outfits with the fabric. You will never convince me that was a coincidence.
Posted by:Rhonda | January 18, 2008 at 02:27 PM
I'm a huge fan of her blog and distinctly remember when she made that post..i KNEW it was for fabrics and i cannot CANNOT wait to place an order!
Posted by:Sarah | January 18, 2008 at 02:52 PM
I think it's hilarious we both wore coordinating sweaters. It didn't cross my mind AT ALL when I got dressed that day. I swear, people! I didn't plan it! (But maybe Caroline did. Hee hee. Did you? Come on, fess up, C!)
Posted by:Jessica Jones | January 18, 2008 at 03:11 PM
I'm a huge fan of Jess and so excited to see the fabric, I will be ordering some real soon!!!
Posted by:janet | January 18, 2008 at 05:28 PM
Oh - I love it! I already know how I could use it. Congratulations!!
Posted by:Tracey | January 18, 2008 at 08:14 PM
Congratulations to both of you! The colors are so happy and clean and the graphics are very cool & hip, indeed - perfect timing for Spring projects!! Hope you had safe travel!
Posted by:Ellen | January 19, 2008 at 08:59 AM
They are GORGEOUS! Congrats to both of you!
Posted by:Lisa {milkshake} | January 19, 2008 at 01:53 PM
great-
finally a new fabric group that doesn't just mimic what everyone else is doing...reminds me of when I used to do silk screening..fresh and bold and saturated colors...wonderful.
I am a Massachusetts based designer so please stop by and say hello!
best,
carol eldridge
Posted by:Carol Eldridge | January 19, 2008 at 08:40 PM
Congratulations the fabrics really looks good.
Posted by:sacie | January 20, 2008 at 06:20 AM
Great work! I can't wait to get some for myself. Congratulations!
Posted by:Karin | January 21, 2008 at 10:12 PM
Just CANNOT wait!!! Congrats to the both of you!
Posted by:JaimeM | January 21, 2008 at 11:39 PM
How EXCITING! And how very interesting. Thanks for sharing all those cool pictures for those of us who just have no idea what all goes into this!
Posted by:Demi Gibson | January 22, 2008 at 08:30 AM
*eeeeeeeeeee* How fun is this! Lovely fabrics....looks like this could be a match made in heaven :)
Posted by:janice | January 22, 2008 at 10:25 AM
Caroline, I am so excited for you. It's really cool seeing you name on the salvage.
Jane
Posted by:Jane | January 22, 2008 at 02:24 PM
I love your new fabrics! Congratulations!
Posted by:AF | January 22, 2008 at 09:42 PM
I just figured out where/how I am going to to use this fabric. I'll be stalking your site until I can buy some. I am an avid reader of Jessica's blog, so I'm doubly thrilled!
Can't wait.
Posted by:Lisa | January 24, 2008 at 02:16 AM
I love the fabric! I would love to know where you had this fabric made? I am a designer of all things including fabric and live in massachusetts. I have been toying with the thought of having my own fabric line so this info could help.
Thanks,
Ellen
Posted by:ellen Crimi-Trente | January 28, 2008 at 10:45 AM
Hello.
Will be more colors of Carson city in your store?
Regards
Posted by:Helen | June 27, 2008 at 04:02 PM