1950s Fabric Design

My work focuses on preserving and reimagining the beauty of vintage fabric patterns through digital art. By studying mid-century textiles and their cultural contexts, I recreate classic designs with a contemporary approach, blending historical accuracy with modern tools. This process allows me to honor the craftsmanship and creativity of past eras while making these timeless patterns accessible to new audiences.

I love being able to take these designs one step further by having them custom-printed on fabric. This not only brings my art to life but also allows for their practical use in vintage-inspired decor, helping to restore or create pieces that celebrate the charm and character of mid-century design. It’s deeply fulfilling to see these patterns re-enter the world, providing period-appropriate context to my vintage furniture and decorative arts collection.

 

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The Latest in 1950s Fabric Design

1950s Fabric Design Red Wing Fantasy

Pattern design based off of Red Wing Pottery's Fantasy dinnerware line

1950s Fabric Design Vernon Kilns Young-in-Heart

Pattern design based off of Vernon Kiln's Young-in-Heart pattern.

1950s Fabric Design Red Wing Crazy Rhythm

Pattern design based off of the Red Wing Pottery Crazy Rhythm dinnerware line.

1950s Fabric Design Red Wing Kermis

Pattern design based on Red Wing Pottery's Kermis lunchware pattern.

Fabric Design Lobster Cloud

This is another design from a vintage seafood restaurant matchbook.

Fabric Design Seafood Matchbook

This fabric design is based off of a vintage matchbook from a seafood restaurant.

1950s Fabric Design Metlox Tropicana Pineapple

This fabric design is inspired by Metlox’s 1950s Tropicana Pineapple pattern, showcasing a simple yet striking repeat of a single...

1950s Fabric Design Metlox Tropicana Fish

This fabric design reimagines Metlox’s iconic 1950s Tropicana fish pattern, featuring three abstract fish forms in a rhythmic, repeating composition....

1950s Fabric Design Holt Howard Christmas Figures

This pattern design is inspired by the whimsical charm of Holt Howard's mid-century Christmas figures, set against a vibrant chartreuse...

1950s Fabric Design Holt Howard Noel

This pattern design is inspired by the classic Holt Howard angel candleholders that spell out "NOEL," a beloved mid-century holiday...

1950s Fabric Design Holt Howard Santas

This pattern design draws inspiration from the iconic Holt Howard Santa motifs of the 1950s and 1960s, capturing their whimsical...

1950s Fabric Design Holt Howard Pixieware

Holt Howard was a company known for producing ceramics and other decorative items in the mid-20th century. The company was...

1950s Fabric Design Western #1

This dynamic fabric design captures the spirited energy of the Wild West with a playful mid-century twist. Featuring stylized cowboys...

1950s Fabric Design Pinecones

This fabric design draws inspiration from the clean, graphic aesthetics of 1950s textiles, featuring a repeating pattern of stylized pinecones...

1950s Heywood Wakefield Pattern Design #2

This lively fabric design, originally seen on Heywood-Wakefield Ashcraft furniture, captures the whimsical charm of 1950s textile patterns. Featuring playful...

1950s Fabric Design Panthers

This fabric design channels the bold, exotic motifs popular in 1950s decor, featuring sleek black panthers poised amidst lush tropical...

1950s Ritts Tropitan Abstract Design

This fabric design is a reimagining of a pattern originally featured on a 1950s Ritts Tropitan sectional sofa and also...

1950s Leaves Design #3

This fabric design is inspired by a 1950s aesthetic, featuring a structured arrangement of abstract leaf motifs interspersed with geometric...

1950s Leaves Design #2

This fabric design takes inspiration from a 1950s pattern, showcasing a layered arrangement of hand-drawn leaves with detailed veins and...

1950s Leaves Design #1

This fabric design is a reinterpretation of a classic 1950s aesthetic, featuring an array of stylized leaves in bold shapes...

1950s Abstract Design #1

This design is a lively reinterpretation of mid-century modern abstract patterns, characterized by bold, biomorphic shapes in vibrant red, yellow,...

1950s Heywood Wakefield Pattern Design #1

This fabric design, inspired by folkloric and pastoral themes, captures the essence of rural life with illustrations of people carrying...

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Date

October 20, 2024

Category

Fabric Design, Interior Design, Vector Art