Does it pay...

One of these is $200/yd the other is $20/yd.  I can tell the difference; but I don't know if it is $180/yd different.  Sometimes it is worth spending the extra, sometimes it isn't.  There is a HUGE durability difference between them; but you have to ask yourself, could I reupholster the piece two or three times over for less than buying the more expensive one?  Ultimately my client went with the more expensive one.  Want to see the finished product?

Faux Fur...

As someone who has worked with real hides I can tell you not only is fake fur cruelty free, it is also symmetrical, free from holes, and available in just about any pattern or color you want.  Running between $20 - $150/yd a two yard piece backed in either lightweight suede or cashmere makes a perfect blanket for your bed or throw for the couch.

You know you want to touch them.

And since I am asked all the time "What do you have?"  My wife and I have three of these we use as bedding, two in suede, one in cashmere.

If I didn't already have the fabric...

I would strongly consider this for my master bedroom window treatments.

http://www.fabricut.com/search/product_details.php?product_id=3497201&searchtype=advanced&return_search=set&page=&nav=&pre=&pos=&pages=2&product_use_id[]=D&application_id=F&color_id[]=81&application_id=F&category_id[]=22&application_id=F&searchclass=

Blackout-lined panels on a decorative rod, center open.

I can't justify not using the fabric I've already purchased right?

Just a quick one today...

I almost entitled this "Too much?"  but the answer is no.  That's one fine looking reupholstered chair.  I can't wait until the velvet room dividers are done.  I don't have explicit written permission to tell you whose fabric that it, but I'll give you a hint.  It rhymes with Island Shmort.  E-mail me if you can't figure it out, or want some.

New from Fabricut...

Yesterday I met with the fine people from Fabricut (who would like you to "Think Fabricut First").  They certainly have a nice set of new pieces.  The Vignettes line has long been a staple of decorators everywhere, and the relatively recent Nuances and Expressions collections are strong additions.  As for more modestly priced goods (often below$40/yd) the Trend Fabrics line has many great pieces. Jacquelyn Smith will be getting another set under her name, and if you have any silly notions about the quality of her designs check them out you will be very pleasantly surprised.

http://www.fabricut.com/

http://www.trend-fabrics.com/

And since pictures make for better posts, here are two pictures of a few pieces you might want to consider for a more contemporary setting.

Jim Thompson Silks...

One day on my once or twice a year visit to the Design Center I saw a piece of silk that stopped me in my tracks.  I won't post the picture here since it was so long ago that it is no longer produced, but that piece was by Jim Thompson.    Ever since then I have kept up with the new pieces coming out by them, and recently they were kind enough to send me this picture to post.

This is Chloe from their Rite of Spring collection.  It is a handwoven hand dyed Ikat.  It comes in 6 colors, and is only one of fantastic fabrics you should check out at http://jimthompsonfabrics.com/  While you're there I suggest you also check out the guest designer Tony Duqette.  He has a amazing fabric that looks like Malachite.

P.S.  If you want an interesting read google Jim Thompson and read about his exciting life and mysterious disappearance.
P.P.S  If you want to see the original fabric I fell in love with shoot me an e-mail or leave a comment.