I’ve been dying to get my hands on some fabric for Spring and though I have no clue what I’ll do with any of it I went on a bit of a spree a few days ago online at Volksfaden. This is a web-based shopped owned by an American living in Berlin and so that is where I usually go for fabrics when I’m looking for ones from American designers. I guess I needed a little fabric fix from the mothership. Here are the ones I had to have… they made me feel so Spring-y. And I’m on the whole chevron bandwagon with the rest of the blog world, so of course I needed to add a few of those to the pile. Here’s a glimpse of what was inside of my little magic package that arrived in the mail today. Spring in a box!
- Arabesque Ivory by Amy Butler
- Sun Spots Turquoise by Amy Butler
- Water Bouquet Mint by Amy Butler
- Fresh Poppies Sky by Amy Butler (sorry, sold out)
- Chevron Black by Paula Prass
- Chevron Yellow by Paula Prass
- Damask Grey by Dena Designs
Baby Paisley Taupe by Prints Charming - Toadstools by Cloud9
I’m sure I missed some, but you can have a look around the Volksfaden site to find some favorites of your own. If you live in Germany, or the EU, this is a great way to get fabric from the states I think as shipping can get quite expensive if you’re ordering a lot from outside of the EU.
8 prints in blues, greens and yellows. So fresh and ready to be transformed in pillows. I’m been dying to get rolling on some of my Amy Butler patterns.
These remind me of the coast and I imagine how nice they’d look on a covered balcony or patio.
I like these patterns because together, they remind me of a sweet little baby. Many of my friends are pregnant or have little ones and when I added just a few cute accents to the mix I noticed how perfect these patterns really would be in a baby’s room.
The wavy pattern is so versatile, it goes great with almost all of the patterns that I purchased.
I dream of someday owning a new pale blue or white Fiat. I’m just crazy for them. I love the vintage ones too, but I think a new one would be better for weekends up on the coast. My neighbor has a pale blue fiat and I have had my nose to the window more than once inspecting the interior. :) Last year I bought myself a toy Fiat that I display in my cabinet as a reminder of my dream. And aren’t these sweet prints so playful, I just adore the mini trees and the kids with the umbrellas.
(images: holly becker for decor8)
February 19th, 2010 at 9:49 am
The sun spots turquoise is just what I need… I love all the ocean inspired.
Have a bright, bold, and beautiful weekend!
xoxo Laura
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February 19th, 2010 at 9:53 am
What beautiful fabric and patterns, Holly! And look so much better photographed in your home than on the website. Could you share any projects you will use this fabric for? I love collecting beautiful fabric, but I haven’t gotten around to it yet, so thanks for the great resources! Where do you store it in your home?
February 19th, 2010 at 9:58 am
Samia — HI! I have some patterns from Amy Butler so I think I will make some things in the Spring for my home like cushions and placemats and napkins. Those are easy and keep my attention. I use to make quilts but I think my quilting days are gone, I lack the time to take on major sewing projects right now. I make curtains though, they are so easy, but none of these will be made into curtains as lately my windows are simple — roman shades or drapes in white. I know, boring but I like it. :) And I store fabric in two places — in my cabinet in the bedroom stacked on shelves and in a basket in the living room – on the top of the basket is a throw for the sofa so the fabrics are hidden but still give me a space to store them. My apartment is tiny so I need to make use of each square meter possible. More are in the cellar in clear plastic bins so that they will not absorb moisture or start to smell like the basement.
February 19th, 2010 at 10:04 am
score. looks like an amy butler textile touchdown!! color and cheery prints.
holly – you are a good way to start a day, in good spirits and always looking at the sunny side of things. a breath of fresh air in the blog world. usa misses you sister, but .de agrees with you completely :)
ox t
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February 19th, 2010 at 10:10 am
What a great resource! I love how they give a short bio of the designer above the prints. They’ve chosen a great mix of patterns. Do you have any other amazing fabric resources that I should know about?
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February 19th, 2010 at 10:17 am
Thanks Holly. Endless possibilities huh? :) That sounds great, you’ve inspired me to go out and pick up some beautiful fabric and start some projects of my own! And no, not boring – your home is beautiful from what you’ve shown in photos! I’ve only just started living on my own and decorated my place in August, I haven’t really thought about updating with each season – but it’s such an exciting project and keeps things fresh, I’m off to do some research and plan for spring revamping! Why not?
February 19th, 2010 at 10:19 am
recently I said something along the lines of ‘oh boo… all the patterns-prints I like are vintage’ but this post proved me wrong! incredible fabrics and gorgeous happiness-inducing patterns!
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February 19th, 2010 at 10:19 am
These are sooo very cute! I heart Amy Butler fabrics with a passion. I have her In Stitches book that I still need to crack open! This post really does make me yearn for Spring sooo badly!!
February 19th, 2010 at 10:19 am
These are so cute! I love the fabric with the little blue birds – adorable!
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February 19th, 2010 at 10:29 am
Oh gosh, don’t you just wish you could have a seamstress and a carpenter on staff to create all of your wonderful ideas. So many projects. Pillows are on my list of goals this year so I’m making them a priority.
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February 19th, 2010 at 10:30 am
I love the Ocean inspired and the bird print fabric. These fabrics are so gorgeous that these could be put in a frame and hung on a wall.
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February 19th, 2010 at 10:35 am
I am a total fabric freak, and I love your selections here. I tend towards deeper richer colors, but now I want to add to my collection, using your selections as inspiration. And Amy Butler has been and remains one of my favorite fabric designers.
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February 19th, 2010 at 10:46 am
The colors, the vivid eye candy, a treat for me and very much enjoying as I look out the window at all that snow. :O)
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February 19th, 2010 at 10:49 am
love that wavy patterned one! The Cloud 9 fabrics are just wonderful, you can dress any of them up or down, use them for kids or adults, love that!
I’m looking forward to sewing in my little office when it’s warmer and I can pop the skylight to catch some spring breezes! I wish it were just around the corner, but I know it’s going to take a little longer than I want…nothing like a stack of fresh fabric for a little escapism, though! =)
February 19th, 2010 at 10:50 am
Hello Holly! Beautiful selection of fabrics. I love to sew and these would make pretty pillows and many other things. By the way, I love your blog. I read it everyday. Keep up the great work of inspiring us. xoxo Marianna
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February 19th, 2010 at 11:05 am
Holly, where is that sweet little deer stamp from? :)
Thanks ! Sarah
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February 19th, 2010 at 11:08 am
Beautiful! I just ordered some fabrics from Amy Butler myself. They’re incredible.
February 19th, 2010 at 11:08 am
These fabrics are so lovely that they are certain to bring spring!! Can’t wait to see what you do with them!
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February 19th, 2010 at 11:14 am
i am dying for the one that is on the bottom in “dots and waves” and on the top in “fresh beginnings,” but i don’t see that one listed or on that website. who is the designer so i can try to track it down elsewhere?
thanks!
February 19th, 2010 at 11:18 am
Hi holly, I think you’ve hit a really nice selection. My favorite is the “new beginning” selection, which is super cute for a baby girl and a boy. I love unisex baby fabrics. I’m with you in the fiat 500 affair, I also have a mini version of it. ‘ve already thought about to inflate it.. joking ;)
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February 19th, 2010 at 11:19 am
Sarah – The stamps are from HEMA department store, there are a few near me in Germany but they are primarily in the Netherlands.
February 19th, 2010 at 11:29 am
I’m so crazy about blues and yellows at the moment, you hit my mood perfectly with these adorable patterns… Can’t wait to see what you make with them! :)
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February 19th, 2010 at 11:30 am
some gorgeous fabrics … i can’t wait to learn how to use my sewing machine!
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February 19th, 2010 at 1:10 pm
Love the fabric! Perfect for springtime!
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February 19th, 2010 at 1:47 pm
Wonderful fabrics! I’m a sewing enthusiast living in Berlin, and was having a hard time finding a place to buy nice fabrics here! thanks for writing this post! happy sewing!
February 19th, 2010 at 1:48 pm
Oh, yippee! All of your fresh, Spring-y fabrics are making my heart skip a beat! I *finally* have the main pieces in place in my living/dining room, but now I am in serious need of soft, colorful accents. I love Amy Butler’s patterns, and I am hoping to (re)learn how to sew this spring so I can use some of her delicious fabrics!
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February 19th, 2010 at 3:03 pm
great patterns!
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February 19th, 2010 at 3:18 pm
What a lovely feature! I know of a lovely American shop called Fabricworm that has many of these prints as well. I just thought I would share another lovely fabric resource for all you fabric lovers!! :)
February 19th, 2010 at 7:43 pm
What a gorgeous selection! I can’t wait to see what you make with them. Just thought I’d throw in that Prints Charming are Australian and have a gorgeous studio right around the corner from where I used to live in Sydney :)
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February 20th, 2010 at 1:48 am
These are gorgeous. I looked for some of them on that site you provided but couldn’t find them – are they all from that website?
February 21st, 2010 at 10:47 am
I love patterns designed by Amy Butler. I like so much patterns which remember the ’70s, like Garden Maze Red.
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February 21st, 2010 at 6:43 pm
Love the fresh colors and the vintagy feel of your fabrics…
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February 23rd, 2010 at 4:57 pm
These patterns are so weightless and breezy. I love your idea for napkins and place mats. Picture a patio, table set up for a lovely lunch, blooming apple trees all around, plenty of sunshine streaming through the branches. Soon!
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February 24th, 2010 at 9:46 pm
I love all of these patterns! I actually just made pillows from the Amy Butler floral spring pattern you are showing, in the midnight color. They are for sale on my etsy site. I just love the thought that spring is coming our way because I’m tired of the snow.
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