A Pattern is a Pattern Trivia Quiz

Answer: Brocade

Brocade is a very beautiful textile. It is typically very heavy because extra threads are used in the weaving process that allow designs to appear as though they have been embroidered. Examples of brocade have been found in Chinese tombs dating to the Warring States Period (around 475 BC).

Answer: Ancient China

Chinoiserie is a term that is used to define the depiction of ancient Chinese life on a variety of objects and fabrics. Chinoiserie patterns started to gain popularity during the 17th century when trade routes between China and the west first opened. The patterns appear on porcelain, wallpaper, textiles, and even in architecture.

In some, it is very clear that the design is a misrepresentation of Chinese life, likely due to the creators' unfamiliarity with China.

Answer: Latin

The quatrefoil is a pattern that is typically used for drapery and pillows. The name is Latin for "four leaves" because the design is similar to a four-leafed clover. The large and small pattern pieces work together to produce a beautiful geometric pattern.

Answer: True

The paisley pattern made its way to Great Britain in the 18th century on British East India Company trade routes from China. The teardrop or tadpole design takes its name from the town of Paisley, Scotland where textiles with the design were initially produced in the west. It is still a popular pattern on textiles at the beginning of the 21st century.

Answer: Houndstooth

The houndstooth pattern is a series of uneven two-tone checks that looks like dog teeth. The pattern was first used for clothing by shepherds in Scotland. Today, the pattern is popular for jackets and other clothing, as well as for accessories and upholstery.

Answer: No

You may be familiar with tartan patterns and their traditional use to signify the various Scottish clans. A tartan is formed when the stripes of different colours and widths are duplicated both horizontally and vertically. If the pattern is not duplicated exactly on both axes, it is just a plain plaid.

Answer: Zebra and leopard

Zebra and leopard prints continue to be popular in some circles. Some suggest that this is because they represent a sign of status. It should be noted that animal prints are created using synthetic material and do not harm the animals in any way.

Answer: Fleur-de-Lis

The fleur-de-lis design represents a lily, with three petals joining at the base. It is a very formal pattern, often seen on flags in areas of the world that have been colonized by France. Many French saints in the Catholic church are also depicted with a lily in paintings and tapestries.

The fleur-de-lis pattern is also used on textiles, typically embroidered or printed in a small, evenly repeating pattern across the fabric.

Answer: France

The toile pattern is usually a monochromatic design that is printed on white fabric. The design usually shows scenes of country life such as flowers and everyday life. The pattern was developed in the 1700s, but continues to be popular when elegance is needed for textiles that are used for upholstery, drapery, and pillows.

Answer: Gingham

Gingham is a traditional country pattern. It is often seen in home décor and in clothing, especially in the southern US. Regular checkered patterns differ because there is no intermediate lightening of the intensity of the contrasting colour.