Thursday, October 15, 2009

Indian Summer

Autumn. The sky shifts, the air becomes crisp, the leaves burst with color. Familiar landscapes are cast in new light. Everything feels refreshed.

Inspired by the season, I've recast the colors of my organic print line in a rich palette of Indian Summer. Brilliant Goldenrod, Bittersweet, Orchid and Moss are grounded by Mulberry, Peacock and Chocolate Brown.

I've printed my line on a new base fabric that I know you're going to love: 100% Organic Cotton Sateen. It's got a smooth hand, a lovely drape and a luxurious sheen to it! It's 4.5 oz and is ideal for apparel, home decor, craft projects and personal accessories. The line is available now in my shop!

The deets: All of my original fabric designs are professionally printed in the US using digital printing. The process utilizes water-based, non-toxic pigment dyes and minimizes waste and water consumption. Heat and pressure are used to finish the fabric instead of harsh chemicals. In addition, I have my fabrics printed on demand in an effort to eliminate fabric waste.

Seen here: Peacock Sprig, Indian Summer Floral and Stripe

The flowers really pop off of this chocolate brown background! I'm planning to make a skirt...

Sweet Mulberry Sprig, I see a blouse out of this. (also available in Peacock)

Deep Bright Stripes...so lively and mixable.

Oh, and Wood Pile revisited! Did you see the scarf made with it?

I'm thrilled with the new color range and this gorgeous sateen! Please visit my shop for more details. I've also got new designs in the pipeline, but I was too excited to hold onto these any longer. I will release the new prints as they come!

*yum*

34 comments:

Michelle | Cicada Studio said...

Beautiful Betz! Love the rich palette and your pillows are magnifique!

daisy janie said...

These are so rich and scrumptious!!!! The saturation & depth of color really makes these designs pop. Great work, Betz!!

mjb said...

These are my favorite colors! My living room has a peacock blue wall with purple and brown accents. Love :)

Katie said...

The colors are so rich. Woodpile is my favorite.

Jewel said...

These are so gorgeous... wow! I love the colors.

... said...

the colors are great! I really love peacock sprig and woodpile revisited.

mayaluna said...

Absolutely delicious, Betz!! Those pillows are gorgeous together!

Laura said...

Love these rich colors... might have to reinvigorate the sewer in me and whip up a fall something!

Beth Gales said...

WoW! Great colors!

Emily said...

GREAT color combinations! I love love love the pillows.

lesley [smidgebox] said...

oh my goodness, they're beautiful! perfect autumn fabrics!

Diana said...

Gorgeous palate, so inspiring!

Marisa and Creative Thursday said...

oooh Betz! GORGEOUS!!!

abbie said...

Just gorgeous...I can't wait to get sewing with them! congrats on the new fall line. Abbie

Amy Rauer said...

Your design Indian Summer Floral is beautiful! Great repeat.

Terriaw said...

Those pillows are gorgeous! I love your inspiration photos too. Perfect colors and designs for an Indian summer collection.

Sharon said...

so beautiful...the really do look just like autumn...and the poke berries are such a nice touch!

Beth said...

I am extremely impressed with your gorgeous fabric designs and sensitivity to color! Thanks for the color inspiration. Beth

Esther said...

I love it! To bad I live in the Netherlands...

Brigitte Heitland said...

The line is beautiful, congratulations, Wood pile is definitly my favourite and I love the scarf made of it!

Elsa said...

just love the patterns and colors! have to go the fabric store and find your fabric! inspiration is on the go!

Betz White said...

Hi Elsa,
Thanks! My fabrics won't be at the fabric store, they are only available in my online shop!
Betz

domestikated said...

LOVE the new colours! I was hoping for a purple in your autumn collection, I'm needing some pretty purple curtains! Thank you!

Kara Witham said...

Intensely yummy colors :)

Chris said...

these are really stunningly gorgeous Betz. I don't sew, but anyone who does would be rich with these!

annie2006 said...

what gorgeous colours :)

handbags*n*pigtails said...

GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!

Annie@Imagination said...

wowowowowow. Seriously STUNNING fabrics. wow.

Organizing Mommy said...

Very nice!

Deborah W said...

Breathtaking! Sweetest designs and most delicious colors I've seen in years, truly!

Carrie said...

Your fabric is gorgeous!!!!!!!

animal print gal said...

Oh my! What a beautiful color palette! Makes you happy, vibrant, wanting to live more!

susana said...

Lovely rich colors and fun designs; I appreciate that they are organic as I've read much about the amount of pesticides used to grow cotton the traditional way. Do you have any thoughts on the price of organic cotton coming down in the future? The cost makes does make purchasing it out of the question for many.

Betz White said...

Hi Susana,
I'm doing my best to source new organic fabrics to get the prices down. It's tough! I print on demand, which reduces waste but does come with a higher price tag. It's something I struggle with and am constantly trying to improve!
Thanks,
Betz