‘COMPASS’ from Andrew Martin, is a highly original wallpaper collection combining subtle backdrop textures with industrial vintage chic. Sophisticated panelling, plantation shutters and floorboards compliment antique leather trunks, fireside logs and shagreen effect. Iron rivets, corrugated metal, cement and more add to the mix. There are 14 wonderfully realistic designs in the collection and priced at $239/roll +10%gst

Click Here to see the entire collection

'TIMBER' wallcovering

'LUMBERJACK' wallcovering

'CURATOR' wallcovering

'PLANTATION' wallcovering

Something old, something blue…….

Earliest hints of Chinoiserie appeared in the early 17th century, in the arts of the nations with active East India Companies, Holland and England, then by mid-17th century, in Portugal as well. Tiny glazed pottery made at Delft and other Dutch towns adopted genuine blue-and-white Ming decoration from the early 17th century.

And we still love it for interior design, blending the many and varied blue & white fabrics in florals, stripes & plains, all tossed together with anything from French Provincial furniture, Asian antiques through to Australian antiques – or a blend of it all.

Here are some of our favourites that you will see in our on-line shop.

Schumacher BIRDS OF PARADISE 1048044

EXPOSURE offers a striking new collection of very contemporary fabric designs! The eclectic nature of Carlucci di Chivasso’s newest release includes extreme and bizzare designs like skulls (see Dr D below), backing up with timeless animal prints, velvets & plaids. POA.

For more information please email us.



IMAN HOME combines the essence of chic with exotic elements, cultural richness and a modern approach to traditional style. The rich colors, the distinctive embroideries and textures of the jacquard woven fabrics will enliven any interior. David Bowie’s model wife ‘Iman’ has collaborated with Unique Fabrics to create this ‘unique’ collection.

Prices from: $86/metre

For more information please email us

(the IMAN HOME collection will appear in our online shop soon)

MEISSEN/Ink

CERAMICA is a new collection from Unique Fabrics offering a fresh take on the much loved classic ‘Blue & White’ theme. On offer is a selection of co-ordinating florals, paisleys, stripes & checks, in colours of delft blue, ink blue and clay, with designs taken from Chinese Qing Ceramic patterns. These cotton/linen blend designs would freshen up any interior with an ever popular and easy to live with Blue & White scheme. There are 8 designs within the Ceramica Collection including Antique Paisley, Antique Rose, Ceramic Stripe, Chantilly, Meissen, Ming, Villeroy Check and Villeroy Stripe.

Price: 119/metre +10%gst

Click Here to see the Ceramica Collection in our online shop

CERAMIC STRIPE/Delft

ANTIQUE ROSE/Delft

VILLEROY CHECK/Ink

ANTIQUE PAISLEY/Ink

In Sept/Oct ‘11 Vogue Living, Caecilia Potter’s style is an absolute standout of eclecticism done beautifully and right!

In her historic inner Melbourne home she uses Chivasso BLACKBIRD sheer curtains for a filtered light effect, and it is a perfect whimsical backdrop to this interesting dining room. Note the mismatching of the elaborate and ornate, juxtaposition with the simple lines of the more contemporary.

BLACKBIRD is part of the SERENITY collection from Chivasso. Create a sense of calm and balance with Serenity’s fabrics and wallcoverings. Their focus on neutral colours, natural fibres and woven textures lend a relaxed but contemporary feel to any interior.

BLACKBIRD CH2532-090

For more information or to purchase please EMAIL us.

Price: Approximately $340/m

(144cm wide; 100% polyester)

Bed canopy: VOYAGE 836; Drapery: ECHAPPEE 845; Striped cushions: BABYLONE 485

ETAMINE by Zimmer + Rohde (& brought to us by Unique Fabrics), takes us on a voyage around the world discovering sophisticated ethnic cultures and exploring islands of paradise with their new collection EVASION | PARADIS (as seen in Vogue Living July/August 2011).

For more information or to purchase please EMAIL us.

Bedhead panels from left: Maldives 235 & 185

Lounger: CAPVERT 854; Pouf: MALDIVES 955; Drapery: MIKANOS 980; Cushion: BERMUDES 955

Featuring strong graphic design inspired by pop culture, HEADLINER from Andrew Martin’s Spectator Collection is fun and striking, which will deliver the drama. Andrew Martin’s fabric and wallpaper collections are available to us in Australia and are available through the FABRIC STUDIO online-shop.

HEADLINER/Multi (printed on 100% Cotton) is shown here on a studded chair as a feature fabric, used in conjunction with CARAVAN/Straw.

Click Here to see HEADLINER & CARAVAN, and other Andrew Martin fabrics.

Fabrics within Unique’s  NAUTICUS LINENS Collection create the timeless, sort-after look of vintage linen; fabric with character, nubby textures and dusky colours. The collection features heavenly plain weaves, classic stripes and checks, woven in Belgium by a ‘Masters of Linen’ affiliated.

The basics of this collection include robust upholstery fabrics RANGER & BARKER, and light upholstery/curtian fabric SCHOONER.

Click Here to see a selection of the NAUTICUS LINEN Collection.

PENNY POST-Red Wallpaper

Wallpaper that mixes modernity and heritage, innovaton and tradition is one of the most exciting ways to finish a room. Among the latest collection from ANDREW MARTIN are graphics that generate energy and dynanamism, quirky prints and murals that truly stir your emotions.  Decorate a feature wall or an entire room with these artistic and unique designs. Belle Magazine April/May 2011

Introducing the INVENTOR Collection by Andrew Martin (& Unique Fabrics). Wallpaper designs include: Library, Newton, Autograph, Traveller, Penny Post, Pythagoras, Love Letter, Eton, Windsor & Blazer. They have also created complimentary & matching fabric designs.

ANDREW MARTIN fabric and wallpaper collections are available in the FABRIC STUDIO ONLINE SHOP

Click here to view the INVENTOR WALLPAPER COLLECTION

Click here to view the INVENTOR FABRIC COLLECTION

NEWTON-Linen LIBRARY-Multi

LIBRARY-Multi

BLUEPRINT by Chivasso & Unique Fabrics is a re-working of historical motifs to create a relaxed collection of prints, embroidered linens, cottons and outdoor fabrics. Designs include whimsical flowers, geometric shapes and bold blooms. Featured colours are vivid blue, crimson, spicy mustard and of course Chivasso’s timeless neutral and white. Blue & White patterns include BLUEPRINT, GUERNSEY LINEN, CHALLENGE, GARDEN & JERSEY.

POA – For more information please EMAIL us.

It has been a fun few months gathering together thousands of fabrics and wallpapers to feature in the FABRIC STUDIO secure online shop, and I’m delighted to say it’s done and looking great!

An attempt has been made to select a variety of styles to suit all tastes and applications.  And to assist you in creating the beautiful spaces you’ve always dreamed of for your home, I welcome you to email me with your interior design and decorations questions.

At the FABRIC STUDIO SHOP you will be able to purchase products from a selection of the most established and notable local and international brands like Osborne & Little, Nina Campbell, Sanderson, Lorca, Schumacher (including the wonderful Trina Turk & Kelly Wearstler collections), Unique Fabrics and Warwick Fabrics, to name a few. Over time the list of brands will grow, so check in from time to time to see what has been added.

I invite you to grab a coffee & a comfy chair, and take some to time to enjoy browsing the thousands of fabrics and wallpapers that have been hand picked for the ‘shop’. From classic & traditional florals through to the more youthful and quirky contemporary prints, and whether it be fabric or wallpaper you’re looking for, there is something for everyone. Click Here to enter the shop.

Enjoy!

ALISON

Interior Designer

Belle Magazine (Dec/Jan 2011 p.110) recently featured an article on the beachy look which is done so well in the Bahamas, Caribbean and Virgin Islands…. and why can’t we do it here in Australia, just as well.

Splash out and try  ‘Tropical’ from Arte and Unique Fabrics, that comes in both wallpaper and fabric in 3 colourways.

Fabric: $118/m

Wallpaper: $151/roll

For more information please EMAIL us.

Indian Summer by Unique Fabrics is a richly patterned collection by the celebrated designer Annie Selke. It features a broad selection of florals, stripes and geometrics, with the colour palette just as broad; from hot pinks to the coolest blues. Just the thing to brighten up your casual living areas, in time for Spring!

For more information about the INDIAN SUMMER COLLECTION click here 

Sofa: SHALINA COTTON Indigo; Cushion Front: BALA STRIPE Peacock; Cushion Back: LATA Indigo

ARTE wallcoverings bring us a new collection of beautiful contemporary wallcoverings – ANTELOPE wallcoverings collection.

Fashion and maroquinerie are the two main sources of inspiration for Antelope. The soft suede-like basecloth is embellished with embroidery, embossing, pleats and printed for added drama and texture. The colour moods are earthy pastels combined with soft metallics.

Brought to us by Unique Fabrics. POA

For more information please EMAIL us.

Unique Fabrics bring us CORALLO, a sumptuous plush pile velvet with a relaxed shaggy finish. Featured in June/July 10 belle  magazine (p.98 item 3) CORALLO is a fun but smart looking upholstery fabric (50% Viscose, 23% Polyester, 27% Cotton) and comes in 5 colourways –  POA

For more information please email us.

CORALLO Col. Pearl

In June/July ‘10 belle magazine, there is a story about a grand family house in Sydney, which has been given a Parisian treatment. This stunning home mixes vintage and contemporary pieces beautifully. Within the article titled  ’French Leave’, there is a stunning fabric used for large bed pillows – Andrew Martin’s BACCARAT brought to us by Unique Fabrics (p. 165). I love this fabric and it appears to be in the colourway White/Silver. POA

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BACCARAT Col. White/Silver

Brighten your winter interiors with ‘TRELISE’ - a fun, fresh print range featuring a vibrant floral and multi-hued stripe. The colours range from bright pinks, strong greens to more mellow blues and naturals. Enjoy at only $48/m 

For more information about TRELISE click here

 TRELISE Col. Avocado

TRELISE Col. Palm

 TRELISE STRIPE Col. Lipstick  

 TRELISE Col. Ebony