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De Gournay is the address for hand-painted wall coverings that recently opened a store in Shanghai. Hand-painted wall coverings originate from Ancient China and became popular in the West in the 18th century. De Gournay I must admit that I was not aware of this brand until the Shanghai store opening. The French name made [...]
Jacob Schlaepfer is a St Gallen (Switzerland) based manufacturer of exquisite fabrics for the Haute Couture and Decor Industry. The company was founded as an embroidery business in 1904. In 1908 the late Jacob Schlaepfer joined the company and together with his son he transformed this company into an international leading manufacturer of laser cutting [...]
Gaston y Daniela is a very prestigious Spanish brand in fabrics, wallpaper and furniture that has been founded in Bilbao in 1876. Gaston y Daniela’s collection is extensive, and therefore this blog post will focus upon its lines in fabrics. I do favour the graphic patterns that probably originate from the Moorish past of Spain. [...]
Thorody is a word that its founders observed on a crate heading for Lagos. Vicky Putler & Theo Sykes are originally painters whose focus changed to pattern design that is resulting in the creation of a new British brand in fabrics, decorative cushions, and throws. I love the fact that the fabrics are made from [...]