Briar Rose is the name of the protagonist in Grimm’s version of Sleeping Beauty! The story is about a king and a queen who hold a great feast to celebrate the birth of their one and only child, a baby girl. The queen insists that thirteen fairies be invited to the event, but when one of the fairies is cut from the guest list, she crashes the party anyway and for the parents’ slight, she curses Briar Rose, declaring that she will die on her 15th birthday! It is only by the grace of one of the other fairies that the curse is altered, and Briar Rose instead falls into a deep slumber for one hundred years, only to be awakened by the kiss from - who else - a prince!In homage to this somewhat dark fairytale, we present this sage-and-olive two-toned shantung. It is festooned with pink flowers outlined in navy blue, all of which are connected together by silver ivy! Each flower measures 2” x 2” and the fabric has a 15.5” repeat. 54” wide.
In Blue Christmas, Elvis Presley laments spending the holidays apart from a loved one, contrasting the season’s traditional joy with his personal heartbreak. The song’s wistful melody, heartfelt lyrics, and The King’s soulful delivery capture the bittersweet emotions many feel during this time, making it resonate across generations.In Elvis’ honor, this stunning misty blue 54” shantung is embroidered with bold, brilliant chains of cobalt blue flowers and vines! Each flower measures 3/4” in diameter, and the fabric has a 2.5” repeat.
“It Came Upon the Midnight Clear” tells of angels bringing a message of peace and hope to a weary world on a tranquil night. Its themes of harmony and unity resonate deeply, making it a beloved Christmas classic. The song’s gentle melody and uplifting message offer comfort and reflection during the holiday season.This stunning 54” dark gray shantung is embroidered with bright luminous chains of silvery-white flowers and vines! Each flower measures 3/4” in diameter, and the fabric has a 2.5” repeat.
“Carol of the Bells” is a fast-paced, choral piece originally based on the Ukrainian folk chant “Shchedryk,” which celebrates the arrival of spring and prosperity. Adapted with English lyrics by Peter J. Wilhousky, it became a Christmas classic, evoking the imagery of joyful, cascading bells heralding the season. Its cultural significance lies in its universal appeal, symbolizing festivity, unity, and the timeless spirit of Christmas through its vibrant melody and intricate harmonies.This stunning shantung features a green-gold-with-black base encrusted with silver-and-fuchsia medallions that measure 1.5" x 1" with a 4" repeat.
“Winter Wonderland” is a classic Christmas song that paints a vivid picture of a snowy paradise, blending themes of love, playfulness, and the magic of the holiday season. Originally written in 1934 by Felix Bernard and Richard B. Smith, its timeless melody and cheerful lyrics evoke nostalgic feelings of togetherness and the simple joys of winter. Its cultural and emotional significance lies in its ability to transport listeners to an idyllic, festive landscape, making it a cherished anthem for holiday gatherings and a symbol of seasonal warmth and tradition.This white shantung is embroidered with shiny silver lurex in a swirling lattice pattern with a 8” repeat. And of course, the pattern positively GLEAMS in the light!
“Glinda” is our final embroidered fabric, bringing our 12 Days of Christmas to a close! Reminiscent of the unforgettable peachy-pink princess dress that Glinda the Good Witch wears in the 1939 musical “The Wizard of Oz,” this lovely warm pink-and-white gingham shantung is adorned with tiny embroidered pink and yellow dots. The checks measure just 0.25” and the fabric is 54” wide. No Christmas is complete without a reference to Judy Garland (and, by extension, “The Wizard of Oz”). Her timeless performance of the classic holiday song “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” is especially poignant tonight, and we wish YOU a very merry Christmas, especially those of you who are - or feel - alone and may be missing loved ones.
