VEERE GRENNEY FOR SCHUMACHER
Veere Grenney has been a member of the Schumacher family for 10 years and recently introduced three brand-new patterns: a romantic floral, a versatile stripe and a Venetian-inspired damask, plus updated colorways of his most popular prints. Grenney’s diverse portfolio of textiles and wallpapers can be easily mixed and layered. His Suffolk damask is printed on linen rather than silk to lend “a more modern/contemporary look.” He notes, “It is reminiscent of the work of Baldwin or Hicks in the ’60s, especially in chocolate brown.”
ARIEL OKIN FOR THE MURAL SOURCE
Ariel Okin describes her signature style as “traditional with a twist.” Her mural
wallcoverings with the Mural Source exude stately elegance in pretty pastels, depicting
classic motifs from architecture and nature.
JEFFREY BILHUBER FOR LE GRACIEUX
Three years in the making, Jeffrey Bilhuber’s latest compendium with Le Gracieux includes seven interchangeable patterns. His goal for this collection was to create fabrics “contemporary in spirit, that are of their time, while simultaneously embracing the comfort of the familiar.” Available through John Rosselli.
NATHAN TURNER
Debuting his first fabric line, Nathan Turner takes us back to his California roots in an homage to the natural beauty of his family ranch. “I translated all of my wonderful memories of growing up in California into this collection,” says Turner. Inspiration stems from native flowers and wildlife, cowboy motifs, horse blankets and quilting. Classic florals, toiles, stripes and plaids receive a modern makeover by Turner. The 30-plus prints are relaxed in sun-bleached hues, neutrals and soft blues, greens, pink and gold tones. Available through James.
MARK D. SIKES FOR SAMUEL & SONS
Mark D. Sikes has always incorporated trims into his projects, so he was thrilled to develop tailored cords, borders and fringes for Samuel & Sons. “To now have my own collection with Samuel & Sons is a dream come true,” says Sikes. The Orange Hill Farm assemblage is composed of three sub-collections, City, Coast and Country, based on recognizable motifs—the rosette, the stripe and the check. “We hope designers are as excited to use it in their projects as we are.”
SCHUYLER SAMPERTON
Los Angeles, California and Litchfield, Connecticut designer Schuyler Samperton launched her first eponymous textile line in 2017 and continues to build on her collection. Her designs are inspired by a myriad of sources, from centuries-old textile documents to vibrant tribal patterns. “I gravitate towards fabrics that look old and exotic with a handmade quality,” says Samperton. “Fresh, unexpected color combinations always draw me in.”
KENDALL WILKINSON FOR FABRICUT
Expanding on the highly successful Vignette anthology, Kendall Wilkinson offers three new curated books of indoor textiles and trims with Fabricut: Daybreak (violets + pinks), Crystal Spring (neutrals + soft blues) and Sapphire Forest (blues + greens). “This collection takes note of even the smallest details to invite timeless elegance and allure into your home,” says Wilkinson.
PETER DUNHAM
Peter Dunham is always on the hunt to find new patterns for his namesake textiles and wallpapers. Tapping into global influences, recent introductions include Dhurrie Stripe and Tuareg. “Although Tuareg reads as bold and modern, its roots are artisanal,” explains Dunham. “Based on Tuareg rugs, which use reeds and leather to create gorgeous rhythmic patterns, this wallcovering brings a materiality that feels relevant.” Available through Hollywood at Home.
BARBARA BARRY FOR KRAVET COUTURE
Landscape, an outdoor textile line by Barbara Barry, reflects the designer’s California vibe in a palette of nuanced colors and textural patterns. “My new outdoor fabric collection for Kravet is directly inspired by the landscape in which I live: one of muted tones and subtle pattern,” says Barry. “I see it as a way of bringing the landscape into closer range, providing comfort but also harmony.”
KIT KEMP FOR GP&J BAKER
Designer Kit Kemp’s imagination knows no bounds and her debut collaboration with GP&J Baker showcases her captivating creativity. The collection blends Kemp’s whimsical style and appreciation of craft with GP&J Baker’s rich heritage in fabric and wallpapers. Folkloric designs with friendly creatures, printmaker’s patterns and intricate embroideries are a few of the offerings. “This dashing collection is colorful and eclectic and draws on motifs and fabric stories that have inspired me,” says Kemp.
TIMOTHY CORRIGAN FOR PERENNIALS
Following the success of his fall 2019 performance line for Perennials, Corrigan is back with three fresh fabric designs—Leaping Leopards, Les Fleurs and Stripe Du Jour—and new colorways for existing favorites like Feel the Heat and Go For Baroque. “A soft hand is particularly important for indoor upholstery,” notes Corrigan. “My first collection for Perennials had several large-scale patterns that are terrific for statement pieces. My new collection has more of an emphasis on upholstery for use inside the house.”
This article appears in the October 2024 issue of CTC&G (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens) with the headline: Out of the Box.