Photograph by Erik Kvalsvik from Fortuny Interiors by Brian Coleman. Reprinted with permission by Gibbs Smith.
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From the curiosity and passion of one person - Mariano Fortuny y Madrazo - a Continue Reading ››
Tag Archives: textile
Tissus Français Modernes
a visit with Patrick and Pierre Frey
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"Designers today are discovering that Pierre Frey is not as traditional as they might have thought. Of course we have Toile du Jouy - but we have so much more."
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Cross Dressing
Rose Brand theatrical fabrics adapted for interior design
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I'd be the first to admit that I'm a huge fan of 'high-low' interiors. I'd also fess-up to being a bit cautious when it comes to lesser priced fabrics for interior design (mostly because cheap … Continue Reading ››
John Boyd Textiles Ltd
19th century fabric that's 21st century lux
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The mention of woven horsehair conjures visions of strict Victorian furniture - and while it is true that it was widely used in the 19th century because of its beauty and durability - it's often overlooked by … Continue Reading ››
It’s a Crewel World
Chelsea Editions
"Racemid" from the Embroidered Vine Collection
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Chelsea Editions was originally established in 1991 by Mona Perlhagen as a resource for cushions made from antique embroideries. She quickly established herself within the … Continue Reading ››
Soho Spotlight
Analisse Taft of ALT for Living
The Soho of my youth has changed from bohemian artist colony to cobblestone'd Rodeo Drive, and seeing as I personally can't afford to shop at Chanel, I don't often find myself there. That said, last week an … Continue Reading ››