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For crafty
Jedi and sew-worthy
Sith, Springs Creative Products Group introduces its new line of fabrics just in time to celebrate
Revenge of the Sith. Now available in major craft stores everywhere, the
Revenge of the Sith fabric collection includes designs representing both the Jedi and Sith on cotton wallhanging panels, pillow panels, and all-over character and icon prints. In addition, there are three fleece and cotton flannel designs which include a decorative throw and two patterned prints.
"Being the resident Star Wars fan, I worked with stylist John Burling on what elements I thought would be interesting to include in the Star Wars collection," Springs Creative Products Group Marketing Webmaster David Huntley says. "So I was able to provide my input on what I already knew was going to be cool from Episode III and have those elements in the collection. These fabrics capture the fun and thrill of the movie in print, while giving fans the opportunity to take home part of the movie and live with some of the excitement."
The Vader's Revenge pattern displays a black background with fiery images including Darth Vader's mask, eyes, the various logos. The wallhanging features the legendary lightsaber duel between Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi. One patch features graphic images of Darth Vader, while another patch has a collage of graphic images of various Star Wars characters.
Customers can use the fabrics to decorate rooms with curtains, bedspreads, patchwork quilts and pillows, as well as create unusual gifts and home accessories such as wallhangings, tote bags, covered desk accessories and school book covers.
"We have seen a fan make a 16-inch high-density foam cube covered in pillow squares with Yoda and Vader on alternating sides," Huntley says. "Ive also seen a bean bag chair made in one of the all-over fleece prints."
For an easy kids' project or the novice crafter, Huntley suggests customers look for the fleece pillow kit that requires no sewing. The 27" square floor pillow features the Star Wars logo and the Jedi symbol. For an easy, step-by-step lesson in making a pillow using this fabric, please visit the kids section here.
"We look forward to seeing how these fabrics are used by the fans, so if anyone has a unique idea drop me an email with a photo and we'll feature it on our website," Huntley says. "And we will also be producing fabric inspired by the original trilogy, so be sure to look for Luke, Han, Leia, Vader and Chewbacca in fabric by the yard late this year."
Major fabric chains in the U.S., with nearly 5,000 locations, each have a selection of all Star Wars fabric designs. Retailers include Wal-mart, Joann Fabrics and Crafts, Hancock Fabrics and Hobby Lobby. Hancock Fabrics also sells Star Wars fabric online here.
For more information about the Revenge of the Sith fabrics, visit the official site of Springs Creative Products Group here.