It's very simple to make using traditional patchwork fabrics - or any light cotton in festive colours, such as red, gold and green.

Her eye lit on a cool blue hanging of light cotton.

It was made of cotton so light and gauzy it seemed to float in her hands.

People wear light cotton in summer and woolen in winter.

In light cottons or muslins, they gave a room an informal, fresh feeling.

It is hot in summer and light cottons are recommended.

The Speaker arose and drew on a light cotton dressing gown.

These articles of clothing were made of light green cotton lined with wool kersey.

Choose light cottons or sheer materials for your nightclothes.

When next he came to, he was lying on a mat bed with a light cotton covering over him.