Vintage fabric by 'Pinewood Fabrics'

Found in the linen basket of my parents home - three large pieces of this lovely fabric. The photos have a warm cast to them that the fabric doesn't have... it's a wonderful grey/brown printed with a black and white motif. I did a brief google search and it seems to be 1950s? It's in pristine condition, having been kept out of the light all these years. Any advice on what to do with it? I love it (it would make great curtains or cushions) but I'd hate to ruin it!





The photos don't show it, but the pattern is called 'rhythm' according to the label.

 

Looks like 1960 to me... maybe it's that old or maybe it's a later design invoking the earlier era.
*IF* you decide to cut it... I think it would make charming pillows, and/or framed for hanging, and/or other casual decorative decorations. There's a Pinewood Fabrics still in business in England...

Similar!

https://www.google.com/search?q=pin...4_Ck7D3yAIVRT4mCh2cnABv#imgrc=WsSVx2HfrqwBcM:

 

I can't find anything about the company, or the design, but did find this . . .
http://www.marilyngarrow.com/item/24/377

So it looks like your dating was probably correct.

 

MCM without a shred of doubt. If all else fails you can always Ebay it; people are always looking for vintage fabrics, especially cottons.

 

That is FABULOUS. Do please contact the V&A textiles department, I think they'd love to see it. Late 50s from that beatnik clothing. If you frame it, make sure the margin is visible.

 

I've seen similar pieces put on canvas stretchers and hung, if you're so inclined.

 

Ooooooh! Or a room divider or old-fashioned dressing screen!

 

Thanks everyone! I'm inclined to frame (or stretch) a piece but keep the rest as it is for now. There are three lengths - I haven't measured it yet, but it's all intact. Googling MCM took me to auction sites and the price surprised me! For small pieces too! Good idea to contact the V&A, just out of interest, and see what their thoughts might be. It's great quality fabric, has quite a weight to it. Thanks again .

 

It's probably by a serious designer. I'm not sure if Robin Day ever designed for them, but it has the look. There's a couple of others as well, but I've lost the names. You might also contact Kerry Taylor Auctions.

 

Ooooh! The temptation to make a really funky suit!!!

 

Like Wow Man!

 

Thanks again, everyone. It would be great to know who the designer was... the more I google 50s fabrics, the more significant it looks. OwnedbyBear, thanks for the pointer towards Kerry Taylor Auctions. Carolinej, I'm thinking ultra wide trousers, or a 50s style dress! Will let you know if I find out more .

 

Oh yes. A dress would be lovely!!!

 

I think it would sell like hot cakes.