Fabric does not drape well when the scale is as small as we use in the theatrical world, however there are other uses.

If a surface wants to be fabric in real life, look into plaster bandage.  I’ve always ended up more frustrated with trying to use fabric as fabric than it’s been worth.  I do, however, keep an eye out for fabric with really small patterns that look like wallpaper in scale, and when I see it I buy half a yard which is more than enough for a model.  Usually I end up buying cotton ginghams.  Old lady shirts at yard sales are also sometimes helpful.

The best part about using fabric as wallpaper in models is that it is very paintable, so if your wall paper wants to be toned or distressed, it’s very easy to do that. 

Some fabrics can also make a nice floor pattern, rug or mosaic in scale, so keep your eyes peeled when bargain shopping.

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