Things I like (probably Part 1)

Chintz.

What is Chintz you might ask? Chintz is a boldly patterned fabric originally produced in India. It became very popular in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries, and numerous European producers created their own facsimiles of chintz to take advantage of consumer demand. This bold, assertive fabric can be seen in many museum exhibitions from this period in European history, and chintz fabrics continue to be produced today in India and other nations. In the sense of cheap or common, “chintzy” was first used in 1851, in a reference to the then-abundant fabric. (thanks to Wisegeek for the def!) 

There's just something about the floral patterns, the largeness of the flowers, the scrumptiously colorfulness of the tints and shades. It just wows me, even when I see a yellow hued pattern (I usually and generally am not a yellow person).
Here are some example pictures if you have no idea what I'm talking about:

and this one:

and the third:

and lastly, probably my curent favorite:

Here's a blog that has some information on Chintz fabric, but I guess it took a 'break' from publishing...but I see it's back as of Sept. 2009 - so, I have to look through the archives to find that article again - so until later - enjoy!