The Carnaby Collection - Liberty Fabrics.[4]

T H E
CARNABY COLLECTION
Lasenby Quilting Collection

A NOTE FROM LIBERTY
THE
CARNABY
COLLECTION
The latest quilting collection from Liberty Fabrics is inspired by the historic epicentre of
popular culture that is Carnaby Street
– located just around the corner from the iconic Liberty flagship store.
The Carnaby Collection draws inspiration from the music, art and fashion of the 1960s
and ‘70s, featuring original designs of this period from the Liberty Archive.
Influenced by a colourful patchwork that was painted on Carnaby Street’s pavement
during the 1970s, prints reflect the free-spirited, optimistic mood of that era – the
magical landscape of Sunny Afternoon creates a psychedelic and colourful London
park, while the hand painted, bold and simplified flower forms in Bohemian Blooms are
reminiscent of Pop Art patterns. The mesmerising swirls in Carnation Carnival draw
influence from the Art Nouveau revival of the 1960s.
Traditionally screen printed onto soft Lasenby cotton, the collection is available in three
distinct colour stories.
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure colour consistency, please be aware that due to the nature
of the product and the print process, slight variances may occur in colour definition between this
document and the fabric.
© 2020 Liberty Fabrics. All Rights Reserved.

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SUNNY AFTERNOON
Sunny Afternoon was originally designed in-house by the Liberty Fabrics team in 2008. Revived and recoloured
especially for the Carnaby Collection, this magical landscape bursts with natural wonders and scenic vistas. Patterned
clouds, suns, rainbows, stars, trees and flowers come together to create a psychedelic and colourful countryside.
Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775940

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SOHO STRIPE
An eclectic mix of botanical and geometric elements give this pattern a distinct bohemian feel.
Originally created for Liberty in 1964, its simplified retro daisies are arranged in a stripe formation,
offering an extra dimension to the quilting process- working perfectly whether horizontal or vertical.
Lasenby Cotton
Item Code. 04775943

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PICCADILLY POPPY
This charming little floral was originally created for Liberty towards the end of the 1960s. Stylised and multicoloured
poppies follow a subtle upward trail, conjuring up images of long walks through a blooming spring meadow.
Lasenby Cotton
Item Code. 04775941

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PICCADILLY POPPY
This charming little floral was originally created for Liberty towards the end of the 1960s. Stylised and multicoloured
poppies follow a subtle upward trail, conjuring up images of long walks through a blooming spring meadow.
Lasenby Cotton
Item Code. 04775941

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PARADISE PETALS
Paradise petals truly captures the free spirit represented through art & design during the 1960’s-70’s decades. A
scattering of dazzling flower power florals spin and twirl, morphing into an all-over dense pattern of phantasmagorical fun.
Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775948

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PORTOBELLO PAISLEY
Based on a Liberty archive print originally created in 1962, this endearing botanical features a multi-directional
scattering of paisley shapes filled with tiny simplified flowers. Paying homage to Liberty’s long-standing association
with this iconic motif, Portobello Paisley is the perfect example of a traditional pattern used in a contemporary way.
Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775942

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DAISY DOT
The simple and monochrome nature of this design make it ideal to be used as a coordinate for quilting. Arranged like
tiny spots, the fresh and contemporary daisies will perfectly complement the more elaborate designs in this collection.
Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775946

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WESTBOURNE POSY
Drawn in the style of a typical Liberty botanical, Westbourne Posy features an array of mixed stylised flowers including
daisies, anemones and verbena. Originally created during the 1930s, this pretty design is both timeless and versatile.
Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775947

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FLUTTERING FLORAL
This fun conversational print was inspired by a Liberty design originally created in 1967. Stylised and lively
daisies form buoyant clusters and appear to dance and flutter along with decorated dreamlike butterflies.
Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775944

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BOHEMIAN BLOOM
Inspired by a tiny fabric swatch discovered in the Liberty archive, this graphic botanical was in
production during the late 1960s. Bold and simplified flower forms seem as though they have
been collaged together to create a subtle bohemian look, reminiscent of Pop Art style patterns.
Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775952

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BLOOMSBURY SILHOUETTE
Based on design Bloomsbury Blossom, but created as a monochrome interpretation of the original. This all-over
tiny floral is reimagined as a refreshing silhouette version, offering a versatile option as a quilting coordinate.
Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775950

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BLOOMSBURY BLOSSOM
Bloomsbury Blossom was created by combining two hand-painted archive designs,
originating from the 1970s. Featuring an array of mixed scattered flowers, this multidirectional
pattern almost resembles a night sky strewn with a myriad of tiny flickering stars.
Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775949

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CARNATION CARNIVAL
The mesmerising swirly background of Carnation Carnival was taken from Liberty print originally created in 1960. Coupled with radiant
circular flowers and contrasting colours, this eye-catching botanical draws influence from the Art Nouveau revival of the 1960s.
Lasenby Cotton
Item Code. 04775951

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COSMOS CLOUD
Wholly embracing the Pop aesthetic, the stylised floral shapes of Cosmos Cloud evoke a lovely 1960s vibe with their carefree
character and bubbly outlines. Unabashedly bold, joyous and charming, this pattern was originally created for Liberty in 1967.
Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775945

RECOMMENDED WILTSHIRE
SHADOW BLENDERS
The Liberty Fabrics design team have selected a favourite print to become the perfect
blender for quilting. Originally designed for Liberty Fabrics in 1933, Wiltshire has been
reimagined into a two-colour shadow silhouette to become the perfect fabric blender. The
tonal leaf and berry print is available in a multitude of colourways, designed to coordinate
with our vast archive of Liberty prints for a seamless
mix-and-match effect. Printed onto soft Lasenby cotton, this base is suited for
craft projects and classic patchwork quilting – the possibilities are as endless as your
imagination.
RUBY
ARCTIC
Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775683Z Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775700Z

ROSE PINK WHITE LEMON MIDNIGHT INK
Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775687Z Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775715Z Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775681Z Lasenby Cotton Item Code. 04775706Z

RETRO INDIGO DAYDREAM BOHEMIAN BRIGHTS

COLOUR STORY 1 - RETRO INDIGO

COLOUR STORY 2 - DAYDREAM

COLOUR STORY 3 - BOHEMIAN BRIGHTS