5.8 yards Unused dress fabric Rayon French blue striped stripes old unused inve

Description: Hello and Welcome to the Textile Trunk! Please follow us on Instagram, we are @textiletrunk A lovely piece, ideal for clothing! ~ This fabric is French and dates right around the 1940's ~ this piece came from an old general store and had closed its doors in the 1950's ( or possibly late 40's) ~ this fabric is rayon ( invented in 1883) and it has the most lovely shimmer! The ground tone is blue with pink and white stripes~ T~ it's a sturdy, medium weight , ideal for many sewing projects! MEASUREMENTS : This piece measures approximately 5.8 yards long by 38 inches wide ~ Both selvages are present ~ CONDITION: This wonderful fabric is in as found, unwashed and unused condition fabulous condition indeed ~ unused! It can be machine washed on gentle and hung to dry~ Inventory number Etsy E 8005 HISTORY OF RAYON Rayon, a versatile and widely-used synthetic fiber, has a fascinating history rooted in the late 19th century. It was first developed as an alternative to silk, which was expensive and in high demand. The credit for the discovery of rayon goes to French chemist and industrialist Hilaire de Chardonnet, who successfully produced the fiber in 1889. Initially known as "artificial silk," rayon was created by dissolving cellulose from wood pulp and then extruding it through spinnerets to form filaments. This revolutionary material became popular for its affordability and silk-like qualities, and by the early 20th century, production had expanded globally. Rayon played a significant role during World War II when silk availability was restricted, and its applications diversified into various industries, including fashion, home textiles, and industrial products.

Price: 326 USD

Location: Charlotte, Vermont

End Time: 2025-01-18T15:39:51.000Z

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