Gingham Fabric

Gingham Fabric does not mean check or checked, it actually means striped. But, when you’re dealing with a fabric that’s over five hundred years old... naturally some things do get lost in translation. "Gingham" comes from the Malayan word genggang, or "striped." The way we identify gingham, as being a contrasting-check shirt, was not the way in which the fabric was originally known. True gingham is distinguished primarily for being a "dyed in the yarn" fabric, meaning the yarn is dyed before it is woven. Secondly, gingham is marked by having the colored yarns (the warp) going against the uncolored yarns (the weft), to create a lightweight texture on both faces, meaning it’s essentially reversible.

Specification

General specification of our gingham fabrics are listed below. However custom specification can be offered for large special order

• Width 43/44.58 inch

• Material- 100% cotton

• Color/pattern - more than 100 color and pattern in various width

• Packing in roll and plaid 

Variant Available

• Yarn dyed gingham fabric.

• Custom color and custom size gingham fabric.

Uses Of Gingham Fabrics

• Simple window treatments such as window valances and cornices made from gingham will add a spot of color and pattern to a laundry room, kitchen, nursery or kid’s bedroom. Gingham drapery panels are perfect for a country inspired dining or living room. For a quick and easy update, add just a leading edge trim or hem of gingham to existing draperies.

• Set your table with napkins and tablecloths made out of machine washable gingham.

• Make throw pillows that combine gingham, florals and stripes for a french country look.

• Not just for country homes, bold black and white gingham squares will add a graphic touch to a contemporary interior.

• Recover your kitchen chair seat cushions with a gingham fabric or, for easy clean up, consider a gingham vinyl. These are sure to provide you with a cheerful greeting each morning.