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The Gobelin Contemporaryis a type of fabric made with a Jacquard frame, with different navets for the texture and different colors that, combined with each other, produce complex and articulated designs, with possible effects in relief.

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This meticulously studied fabric imitates hand-made tapestries and its name is inspired by an ancient French factory: the Manufacture of the Gobelins, which in the seventeenth century was active in Paris in the production of tapestries.

The elaborate and detailed structure makes the material particularly whimsical, rigid and wear-resistant.
Usually, the Gobelin fabricis used for heavy clothing (especially for vintage clothes or for jackets) and to make various accessories, such as bags, through the furnishings or products for animals. But what is the story behind this fabric? Let’s discover it together!

History of Gobelin fabric: from the royal family to different types

As early as the 15th century, the Gobelins family, originally from Reims, specialized in the production of red dye that was made from cochineal. In 1662, Louis XIV purchased the family’s buildings to start a production of luxury objects and furnishings for the French nobility and royal family, especially tapestries. Production ended with the Revolution. The Bourbons reopened the workshops during the Restoration for the realization of carpets, then merging it with another manufacture.

At the time of Louis XIV, the Gobelin was an unattainable fabric for modest people, in fact it cost so much depending on quality and size, from 50,000 to 200,000 francs.

How Gobelin fabric is used
The yarn that is used to make the Gobelin fabric is made of cotton, of different sizes, which can be thinner or more robust. Characterized by designs such as flowers, fruits, animals or landscapes, the fabric in question recalls a typically retro taste, accentuated by damped tones and patterns that are repeated.

The Gobelin fabric, in addition to being used in the production of clothes, accessories and objects, is widely used in upholstery, to cover sofas, armchairs and pillows, or in the production of bags and suitcases.

When we talk about Granny Square, we mean the typical tile made in crochet by grandmothers, in cotton or wool, to make blankets, shawls and other garments. It’s one of the first crochet processes you learn because it’s simple to make and quite versatile: you can also create crochet bags, pillows, clothes and accessories.
The fringe manufacture embellishes this fabric to be able to package all the products that require it.

These are very colorful and showy creations, just because the grandmothers made them using leftover yarn, and now they are also returning to fashion: in summer, thanks to the large and colorful beach bags made with cotton yarn, and in winter to show off soft sweaters and blankets for a vintage style. More generally, all crochet creations are on trend: from tops to caps, from dresses to fabric earrings. Even celebrities, this year, have not resisted the fashion of the moment: characters like Chiara Ferragni and Cristina Parodi have shown off on social media their crochet garments.

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Granny fabric technique and tradition

Colorful, cheerful and funny, crochet clothes are simple to match because you just have to add a basic garment: you can match the crochet top with a jeans or a neutral pant, maybe in winter with a cardigan that recalls one of the main colors, or the crochet skirt with a t-shirt or monochrome top. But when was this technique born and how did it develop over time? But when was this technique born and how did it develop over time?

The technique of crochetwas already used in 1700 for the processing of blankets, but became famous especially in the 70s when it was used to create clothing and accessories, perfectly in line with the free and colorful style of the “children of flowers”. There are countless types ofGranny Square tiles, from the simplest to the most articulated: you start from the chain processing to create different motifs and designs each time.

Madapolamolam is the name of a cotton fabric from India, precisely from the homonymous village near Narasapur, where the East India Company owned a factory that produced this type of fabric. England later specialized in its production.
The material is soft and light, mainly used for making bed linen sets or for personal use, but also to embroider handkerchiefs or as a base for printed fabrics, usually used in shades of white or pastel, like light blue and light pink.

The cotton canvas was made with fine and precious yarns and then whitened, using the weave typical of linen. The same texture and warp makes the fabric suitable to absorb liquids such as ink and paint.
Now, Madapolam fabrics are made everywhere, even dyed and slightly heavier: Italy, for example, is a major producer, especially as regards export.

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The best choice for sheets for your own bed falls on natural fibers, such as cotton, linen and hemp, as these absorb excess moisture and release it in small doses into the atmosphere, helping to keep your body dry, especially on the hottest and sultry days

Cotton is obtained from mature plant capsules and is composed of 95% cellulose.
It is light, soft to the touch and able to absorb sweat for good. In addition, it is not irritating to the skin and is very resistant to washing at high temperatures, which help to eliminate microorganisms responsible for skin infections and allergies. Synthetic fibres, on the other hand, accumulate moisture and make sleep less comfortable.

The same applies not only to sheets but also to pillow cases.
As for the plots, a great classic of bed linen for the bedroom are the printed sheets with flowers or delicate patterns, to ensure a romantic and relaxing atmosphere.

The most awaited period of the year is the one that includes the Christmas holidays: the countdown begins to decorate the house with all the Christmas-themed fabrics, available in numerous types and variations of fantasy and color.

October is known to be the month of Halloween, the name that derives from the contracted form of All Hallows Eve and which refers to All Saints’ Eve. A festival that comes from far away whose origins remain shrouded in legend: according to an ancient story it was Stingly Jack, an Irish farmer, who invented the famous hollowed out pumpkin, a symbol of this anniversary.