Marcella

/mɑrˈtʃɛlə/ noun

Definition

A type of heavy woven fabric with a raised pattern, historically used for bedspreads, quilts, and formal clothing.

Etymology

Named after Marseille, France, where this fabric was produced or became popular in the 18th century. The Italian spelling 'Marcella' was Anglicized as the fabric became fashionable in English-speaking countries.

Kelly Says

Marcella fabric's distinctive quilted appearance wasn't created by quilting stitches but by special weaving techniques that created the pattern in the cloth itself—it's a trick of the loom that fooled people into thinking it was hand-stitched.

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