Small diamond geometric woven fabric in muted old blue and pale neutral tones

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Colefax and Fowler

Sebastian Old Blue

Name: Sebastian Old Blue
Brand: Colefax and Fowler
SKU: F4803-02

Tarn FabricF4803-02

Sebastian Old Blue shows a finely worked small geometric repeat in a softened blue-green tone. The pattern reads as crisp but gentle, with the pale ground keeping the design light and easy to live with.

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About this fabric

Part of the Tarn collection by Colefax and Fowler, Sebastian Old Blue is a fabric with a repeat of approximately V 10cm and H 12cm and a width of about 138cm. Its blend of 35% viscose, 33% linen, 13% polyester, 11% wool, 4% cotton and 4% polyamide gives the surface a dry, textured handle that complements the compact woven motif. In this colourway the blue sits in a cool, softened register, with hints of green and a chalky neutral cast that prevent it from feeling bright or hard. The small diamond pattern remains neatly legible across the cloth, creating a calm decorative rhythm rather than a strong contrast.

How to use it

Use this old blue on a tailored armchair, bench or curtain with pale oak, weathered timber or limestone finishes. Its muted tone works especially well in rooms that need pattern without added heaviness.

A muted blue-green ground with a refined small-scale diamond pattern suits tailored upholstery or elegant curtains.

Colefax and Fowler Tarn Fabric

Specification

Care code: Q 8 + T 3
Composition: 35% Viscose, 33% Linen, 13% Polyester, 11% Wool, 4% Cotton, 4% Polyamide
Fire code: √BM
Pattern repeat: V 10cm / H 12cm 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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