Large-scale green and cream floral print on a dark ground

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Babooshka Absinthe Flat

Name: Babooshka Absinthe Flat
Brand: iliv

Babooshka Absinthe Flat is a vivid botanical print set against a dark ground, with layered greens, soft cream blooms and sharp decorative detailing. The overall effect is lush and high-contrast, giving the design real depth and theatre.

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About this fabric

This 100% polyester fabric has a generous 146cm usable width and a large 72cm horizontal by 65cm vertical repeat, so the pattern reads as a true feature across wide spans. The swatch shows an exuberant floral arrangement in absinthe, teal and fresh leaf greens, lifted by cream petals and pale botanical fans on a deep brown-black ground. With a 40,000 Martindale and Severe Contract upholstery grade, it is specified for demanding interiors, and it is also treatable for FR drapery and upholstery. The colourway feels bright but earthy rather than neon, with the darker background helping the green motifs stand out crisply.

How to use it

Use it where you want the greens to feel jewel-like and grounded, such as statement armchairs, banquettes or full-length curtains. It pairs well with walnut, aged brass and other deep natural finishes that let the absinthe tones take centre stage.

Rich botanical patterning in absinthe green brings a dramatic, tailored statement to both seating and curtains.

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Specification

Acoustic value: No
Composition: 100% Polyester
Fr treatment: Treatable for FR Drapery and Upholstery
Horizontal repeat: 72 cm
Rub test (martindale): 40,000 rubs
Suitable for: Accessories, Drapery, Upholstery
Upholstery grade: Severe Contract
Usable width: 146 cm
Vertical repeat: 65 cm

Specification as published by iliv. 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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Paint that goes with it

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To sit quietly behind it

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To stand against it

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