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So Retro is this 53x53" yellow and white gingham-like checkered hand fringed tablecloth. Can't you just see this on Donna Reed's kitchen table? Or, maybe Aunt Bee's? The fabric is a lightweight woven yellow check printed cotton with a very sleek finish. This tablecloth will fit a 42" square table nicely with an 11" drop. Can be used on a 48" table as well which will result in a 5" overhang or drop. Customer's personal preference will determine the size of a tablecloth for any given table.

This is new and is ready to ship. Need more than one? There are others available in my studio shop. Need a custom size? This fabric is available for custom sizes. Use the "Contact The Seller" link to request a quote or ask any questions; I will reply promptly.

When deciding the size of a desired tablecloth, measure the top of your table. Then visualize how much you want the cloth to drape over the edge. Measure the length of the drape; then, double that number. Add that number to the length and width measurements of the table top. Then you are ready to order your custom made tablecloth. In some cases piecing the cloth may be required to make it the size you're requesting.

This fabric appears to be chintz. It is prewashed to prevent shrinkage of the final product. To launder: Warm or cold wash separately; tumble dry; no bleach; presoak stains. A light pressing would likely be desired with sizing. I, myself, handfringe or hem all the cloths in my home in a clean environment; no cigarette fumes of any kind. Once made, I hand press with sizing, fold, and seal the cloth into a plastic bag and it awaits for shipping.

It is my goal to ship prepaid orders within 24 to 48 hours of receipt on a USPS service day. Custom orders will require up to one week to process and ship. I will advise of ship date when the order is placed. Custom orders are not returnable.

I saw an opportunity to help my daughter with her college debt when I saw this fabric on an auction website. The fabrics, some of which were exclusive to the business that had closed, were very high end qualities that were only sold to designers and architects. A former employee of the company told me some of the exclusive fabrics wholesaled for $100.00 to $350.00 per yard.

Undetermined content blend of fibers.

My photographs are intented to present a table adorned with a cloth. The size of one's table and the size of the cloth ordered to cover a specific table will determine how much drape or drop the cloth falls over the edge ot that table.

From Wikipedia I've read that Chintz was originally produced between 1600 and 1800 in India as a glazed fabric, printed from woodblocks, painted or stained in floral and other designs for bed pillows, drapes, and quilts. For more information about chintz, visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chintz