Soft misty blue textured fabric with fine vertical strié weave

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Colefax and Fowler

Carnforth Blue

Tarn FabricF4799-06

Carnforth Blue has a softly weathered blue surface that reads cool and airy rather than bright. The fine, almost painterly slubbing gives the cloth a relaxed linen character with subtle movement across the weave.

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About this fabric

This colourway combines 41% viscose, 40% linen, 11% cotton, 5% acrylic and 3% polyester, giving it a lightly textured handle with a dry, natural look softened by a gentle sheen. The blue is pale and misted with grey, so the vertical striation and slub are visible without feeling busy. With a repeat of V 0cm / H 0cm approx and a width of 139cm approx, it works as an easy, uninterrupted surface for larger pieces or calm window treatments. The overall effect is understated and fresh, with enough depth in the weave to stop the tone from looking flat.

How to use it

Use it where you want a quiet blue that sits comfortably with chalky whites, weathered oak and pale grey upholstery. Its cool, softened tone also layers well beside deeper navy accents or washed natural linens.

A calm blue with a lightly strié linen look that feels easy and versatile.

Colefax and Fowler Tarn Fabric

Specification

Composition: 41% Viscose, 40% Linen, 11% Cotton, 5% Acrylic, 3% Polyester
Width: 139cm approx
Pattern repeat: V 0cm / H 0cm approx
Fire code: √BM
Care code: Q 8 + T 3

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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