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Headboard fabric and matching piping

4 years ago

Hello, I am trying to pick fabric for a new headboard. I have chosen a fabric from Romo Linara and now I am wondering whether it would be better to choose a contrasting piping for the headboard from Romo Linara as well or whether it would be possible to use a velvet piping, too.. I would be very grateful for any answers. Thank you!

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Daisy England
4 years ago
Have you got a photo of the fabric?
stki
Original Author
4 years ago
last modified: 4 years ago

Hello Daisy, Thank you for replying! I will take a photo tomorrow!
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