MattMunson
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The red silk-looking lining, with the woodgrain looking pattern on it. If I was to go into a fabric store looking for that, what would I ask for??
What kind of fabric is this???
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darthgordon
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Could this be a trick of the lighting? Are there more pictures showing this same detail?
MattMunson
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Ah yes. Interesting! I assume that is the "grain" on the fabric. Is there a separate term for the fabric itself? or does "moire" describe the whole thing?
Like, is it "Silk with a moire pattern", or "Silk Moire" or "moire silk"??
I don't think it's a trick of the lighting. It shows up on both panels of the lining, and it contrasts to the non patterned silk rectangle by the chest.
MattMunson
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Ah yes. We have a winner!!!
This isn't the EXACT thing I'm looking for, but yup, that's the pattern. Silk Moire it is! Thank you so much Jayn!
This isn't the EXACT thing I'm looking for, but yup, that's the pattern. Silk Moire it is! Thank you so much Jayn!
Moire-patterned fabric was used a lot in older draperies (Don't think it's used so much anymore) and decorative pillows, so you may have some luck looking down those avenues. (example: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110579397554 )
...it was also popular on wallpaper, but that probably won't help.
Best of luck.
-Nick
...it was also popular on wallpaper, but that probably won't help.
Best of luck.
-Nick
MattMunson
Master Member
Not exact, but for two bucks a yard, I might grab some.
Moire Taffeta Red - Discount Designer Fabric - Fabric.com
Moire Taffeta Red - Discount Designer Fabric - Fabric.com
MattMunson
Master Member
Interesting link Nick. thanks. Another interesting direction to explore.
johnny5676
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what is the screen pic from
MattMunson
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Yes, when I hear "moire", I think Star Trek TOS communicator.
Star Trek TOS Communicator PREMIUM"Alpha" Moire Pattern for sale
MattMunson
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Malfoy goodness:
http://www.therpf.com/f24/lucius-malfoy-reference-needed-please-help-101711/
I posted the question in that thread, but figured a separate thread, with a more precise title was in order. And look, it worked !!! :lol
I love the RPF!
Here are two that I've found that approach what's in the picture (Though not cheap compared with the one you've just found)
Fabricut Merit Moire Scarlet 3097315: F Merit Moire Scarlet 3097315 Fabric and Upholstery Fabric Store for Discount Drapery Fabric, Glen Raven Sunbrella Outdoor Fabric, and Designer Fabrics by the Yard.<meta name="verify-v1" content="KvJQdl5by93vDKvg
Moire Wine 30870 1 by Duralee: DL 30870 1 Fabric and Upholstery Fabric Store for Discount Drapery Fabric, Glen Raven Sunbrella Outdoor Fabric, and Designer Fabrics by the Yard.<meta name="verify-v1" content="KvJQdl5by93vDKvg85QVi420hqVENUjLN1UwaE0GZT
Good luck on your hunt.
-Nick
Fabricut Merit Moire Scarlet 3097315: F Merit Moire Scarlet 3097315 Fabric and Upholstery Fabric Store for Discount Drapery Fabric, Glen Raven Sunbrella Outdoor Fabric, and Designer Fabrics by the Yard.<meta name="verify-v1" content="KvJQdl5by93vDKvg
Moire Wine 30870 1 by Duralee: DL 30870 1 Fabric and Upholstery Fabric Store for Discount Drapery Fabric, Glen Raven Sunbrella Outdoor Fabric, and Designer Fabrics by the Yard.<meta name="verify-v1" content="KvJQdl5by93vDKvg85QVi420hqVENUjLN1UwaE0GZT
Good luck on your hunt.
-Nick
MattMunson
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Nick, I would like to hire you as my buyer. Please PM me with your hourly and salary rates. Also some references would be appreciated.
Does this job involve getting access to your credit card? If so, I am so in!
As for references, check with a Ms. Berry, first name Laam.
-Nick
MattMunson
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Yes, you will be issued your own corporate card.
I consider Ms. Berry a hostile witness, as you are web-engaged to her. her testimony cannot be considered reliable.
I was only interested in getting web-married in order to obtain the e-tax benefits. I had some virtual children instead with a famous young starlet thanks to makemebabies.com, so I have no need for my sham wedding anymore.
Are you planning on replicating ALL of Lucious' costume, and if so, have you attempted to find that broad paisley print yet? I only ask because hunting for paisley is one of my least favorite things. After a while you get what I can "paisley blindness." It all just looks the same.
-Nick
mdb
Sr Member
Moire is created by a roller treatment Woven patterns don't have the same shifting effect. I've only really seen that in heavy upholstery.
Moiré pattern - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Just a bit of cool geeky stuff
I'd look for moire taffeta (like initially found) but many moire patterned fabrics have a ribbed appearance like bengaline or faille. And you want it to have that same drape and hang.
Woven patterns don't have the same shifting effect. I've only really seen that in heavy upholstery.Moiré pattern - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Just a bit of cool geeky stuff
I'd look for moire taffeta (like initially found) but many moire patterned fabrics have a ribbed appearance like bengaline or faille. And you want it to have that same drape and hang.
johnny5676
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i just saw the same fabric in Doc Browns house in back to the future in 1955
MattMunson
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My current thought is to find the black base fabric, which ALSO appears to be a paisley, and then get the big red ones custom embroidered. I think with the base fabric, it will be realy hard to tell what it is, so nobody will be able to call BS on accuracy. The larger shapes should be easy enough to draw up in illustrator and have sewn into the base.
that's my current working theory
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