{"product_id":"ravenna-ivory-brocade-fabric","title":"Ravenna Ivory Brocade Fabric | Church Vestment Fabric","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRavenna Ivory Brocade Fabric\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA quiet fabric that carries a great deal of pattern.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eElegant in both scale and texture, Ravenna Ivory Brocade is a richly woven fabric created for pieces where the beauty of the textile deserves to be seen.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design features a large-scale Pomegranate floral motif accented with soft chenille weaving, surrounded by graceful scrolling ornament on a lustrous satin-weave ground. Woven entirely in subtle ivory tones, the contrast comes from texture rather than color, allowing light to move across the surface and reveal the details of the pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRavenna has a beautiful drape and substantial hand. It is slightly heavier than many traditional vestment brocades, with a full chenille back that gives the fabric additional body and richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe generous scale of the design makes Ravenna especially well suited to copes and other large ceremonial pieces, where there is enough uninterrupted fabric to fully appreciate the sweeping floral and scrollwork pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBeautiful for Church Vestments \u0026amp; Celebration Pieces\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRavenna Ivory Brocade is particularly suited for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFestival and celebration vestments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChasubles with generous, uninterrupted panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDalmatics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAltar frontals and superfrontals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDossal curtains and larger church hangings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessional or ceremonial pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEcclesiastical furnishings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative church interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe ivory tone makes Ravenna especially appropriate for \u003cstrong\u003eChristmas, Easter, weddings, ordinations, anniversaries, feast days, and other joyful celebrations of the Church year\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this is a large-scale design, we especially recommend it for projects that allow the motif room to breathe. Smaller pieces may not display a complete repeat of the pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiber Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Polyester\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ivory\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large-scale floral motif with scrolling ornament\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeave:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lustrous satin-weave ground with dimensional chenille floral accents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 56–58 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern Repeat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14\" vertical × 17.5\" horizontal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substantial, soft, and full-bodied with a beautiful drape\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavier decorative brocade with a full chenille back\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWrinkle Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wrinkle resistant\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spot clean or dry clean\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern-Matching Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The large-scale repeat may require additional yardage when centering motifs or matching the design across seams. We recommend planning pattern placement before cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\"\u003eA Brocade with Texture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes Ravenna unusual is the combination of its smooth satin ground with the softly dimensional chenille floral details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than relying on metallic threads or contrasting colors, the fabric creates interest through \u003cstrong\u003eweave, sheen, and texture\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is understated from a distance and remarkably detailed when viewed up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heavier construction also gives the fabric a graceful, substantial drape that works beautifully in a full semicircular cope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanning to sew a cope? Pair Ravenna with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ecclesiasticalsewing.com\/products\/wide-orphrey-cope-with-hood-cope-vestment-sewing-pattern?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=4d46cd812\u0026amp;_ss=r\u0026amp;variant=44537937428736\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWide Orphrey Cope with Hood Sewing Pattern, Styles 3500 \u0026amp; 3501. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer a narrower orphrey? See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ecclesiasticalsewing.com\/products\/cope-vestment-pattern-hood1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=4b28cae3e\u0026amp;_ss=r\u0026amp;variant=35248179331\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStyles 3520 \u0026amp; 3521 Narrow Orphrey Cope Pattern.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for Light Decorative Upholstery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond vestment making, Ravenna may also be used for \u003cstrong\u003egently used decorative upholstery projects\u003c\/strong\u003e, including accent chairs, occasional seating, cushions, ecclesiastical furnishings, and decorative interior pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we do not classify Ravenna as a commercial-performance upholstery fabric, we recommend it for \u003cstrong\u003elight or occasional-use applications rather than heavily used furniture\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore Ordering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith any large-scale brocade, additional yardage may be required when matching the pattern across seams or positioning a particular motif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend ordering a \u003cstrong\u003efabric swatch first\u003c\/strong\u003e when exact color, texture, weight, or compatibility with another fabric is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by the yard.\u003c\/strong\u003e Swatch samples are approximately 4\" x 6\" and are for colour checking only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ecclesiasticalsewing.com\/collections\/fabrics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eShop Church \u0026amp; Liturgical Fabrics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFAQ Section\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Ravenna Ivory Brocade suitable for making a cope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Ravenna is particularly beautiful for copes because its large-scale floral design has room to display across the broad semicircular shape of the vestment. Its slightly heavier construction and substantial hand also create an elegant drape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Ravenna be used for chasubles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Ravenna can be used for chasubles, especially styles with larger uninterrupted areas of fabric. Because the motif is generously scaled, careful pattern placement should be considered before cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Ravenna suitable for altar hangings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its scale makes Ravenna an excellent choice for altar frontals, superfrontals, dossals, banners and other larger ceremonial textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat color is Ravenna Brocade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRavenna is woven in soft ivory-on-ivory tones. The design is created through differences in weave and texture rather than strong color contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Ravenna contain chenille?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe floral areas feature dimensional chenille weaving against a smoother satin-weave ground, giving the design depth and a softly raised texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this fabric be used for upholstery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRavenna can be used for gently used decorative upholstery such as accent chairs, cushions and ecclesiastical furnishings. We recommend it for light or occasional use rather than high-traffic commercial upholstery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I order a swatch first?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A swatch is recommended whenever exact color, sheen, weight or texture is important. Ivory fabrics can look different depending upon lighting and surrounding materials.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ecclesiastical Sewing","offers":[{"title":"By The Yard - Fabric Sold by the yard","offer_id":49177532006656,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SWATCH SAMPLE size 4\" x 6\" approx. For Color Check Only","offer_id":49177532039424,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4990\/files\/ravenna-ivory-brocade-full-repeat-ecclesiastical-sewing.webp?v=1787939411","url":"https:\/\/www.ecclesiasticalsewing.com\/es\/products\/ravenna-ivory-brocade-fabric","provider":"Ecclesiastical Sewing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}