Close-up of small geometric woven fabric in muted old blue and grey tones

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Colefax and Fowler

Finmere Old Blue

Name: Finmere Old Blue
Brand: Colefax and Fowler
SKU: F4848-03

Pelham FabricF4848-03

Finmere in Old Blue shows a finely worked small geometric pattern with a softly aged blue-grey cast. The effect is understated and textural, with the motif reading clearly without becoming busy.

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About this fabric

Finmere Old Blue from the Pelham collection by Colefax and Fowler is a fabric with a measured small-scale geometric repeat, set at approximately V 3cm / H 3cm. The 138cm approximate width and the blend of 40% viscose, 38% cotton, 16% linen and 6% polyester give it a balanced, woven handle rather than a flat printed finish. In this colourway, the blue is muted and slightly weathered, softened by grey and green undertones so the surface feels calm and tailored. The tiny pattern catches the eye through texture first, then tone, making it suitable where detail is wanted without strong contrast. Care code Q 8 < T 3 and fire code √CH are supplied for this exact fabric.

How to use it

Use this soft old blue on an accent chair, cushions or a small sofa where its subtle geometric texture can be appreciated up close. It sits especially well with limed woods, stone, and warm neutrals that let the cooler blue-grey tone stay refined.

Pair with pale oak, chalk white or deeper indigo for a tailored, quietly classic scheme.

Colefax and Fowler Pelham Fabric

Specification

Care code: Q 8 < T 3
Composition: 40% Viscose, 38% Cotton, 16% Linen, 6% Polyester
Fire code: √CH
Pattern repeat: V 3cm / H 3cm approx
Width: 138cm approx

Specification as published by Colefax and Fowler. We will confirm the current details with them before you order.

Made up by us

Every metre we order is cut, sewn and fitted in our own Heybridge workshop, with Simon over every stage. Reupholstery, bespoke pieces, curtains, blinds and headboards.

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