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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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Tag Archives: fabric
Plain Velvet 101
a shopping guide for the best in silk, cotton, linen and mohair
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Velvet is presumed to have been developed on the shuttle loom by the Chinese more than 4500 years ago, and was constructed of pure silk. It was woven by the Persians about 2000 B.C., and … Continue Reading ››
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 ››