Thursday 9 September 2010

Groovy Vintage Hexagon Patchwork Bedspread

 
This comes straight from the age of flower power! The bedspread has a lovely selection of fabrics from the 60s and early 70s - mostly cotton, but also a with some cotton mixes. It is beautifully handsewn and backed with a pale peach cotton.
It is enormous - I have displayed it here on my king size bed and it hangs over each side - I guess it would hang close to the floor on a normal double.
Each hexagon has been hand sewn together in a lovely bright floral effect pattern which stands out against the darker background. It's rather reminiscent of Mary Quant.
Above is the centre of the bedspread.
And here are a few close ups to show the lovely bright vintage fabrics.
And below is the full effect.
Isn't it fabulous - a truly unique vintage item.

Condition: There are no holes, rips or loose seams - the bedspread is generally in good condition. There are just a couple of minor flaws - two of the hexagon flowers (redish shades) have a small amount of colour run from the dark background, which are not really noticeable except on close inspection. There is a thin  line of colour run along one edge of the backing - for approx. 6 inches.

Dimensions: 93.5 inches x 86 inches or 237cm x 219cm

£175
Postage by DHL to most UK addresses would be £15 - for overseas or non mainland addresses, please email me for a quote.

It can also be collected from my shop in Farnham.

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