Beyond The Showroom: Best Textile Mills For Interior Design

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April 23rd, 2015
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9:00 AM

It's no longer required to mission downtown to the local fabric shop when designing the inside of home. Nor must you spend hours online seeking out that special cloth to revamp a dreary lounge. Venturing beyond the showroom, here are three of the best textile mills for sourcing interiors materials and fabric.

Mario Cavelli Since it first started operations in 1933, Italy’s Mario Cavelli has been making curtains, fabrics and table clothes for decades - underpinned by their obsession for redefining color, as well as softness of fabric and its lightness to touch. Today, the Mario Cavelli team are made of up skilled artisans who are emphatically trained in Italian tradition. Crafters start by selecting quality raw materials and yarns, before taking the thread to the weaving factory in Busto Arsizio. Here, they operate weaving looms, dye-works, and embroidery and printing machines, which are widely automatic, ensuring fast and easy manufacturing. When browsing their cloth, a standout is their Harmony Collection. Look for embroidery, burn-out sheer, metallic print, flock, laser-cut items, and jacquards - perfect for adding luxury to any space. Cavelli has also registered its own trademark "X-File," which it uses to identify its fireproof products - guaranteed and certified as class 1 standard. In addition to their beautiful in-house creations, they also offer a bespoke design service, which allows designers to work with the company to create unique, one-of-a-kind prints. And the company prides itself on efficiency of production and delivery, so even though you'll be receiving Made In Italy fabric, it won't take months or weeks to arrive. Morton Young and Borland Textiles (MYB) Britain’s MYB Textiles was founded on the manufacturing of Scottish Leno Gauze weave, which became known as 'Madras'. In 1913, the company invested in Nottingham Lace Looms, enabling them to present a larger variety of products to their clients. Recognizing changing trends, MYB survived the lace drought that hit the UK in the Seventies; investing heavily in developing and modernizing production techniques used to create the Scottish Lace and Madras. Today, bespoke technology is at the heart of MYB's production. As the only mill in the world to house certain revolutionary technology, MYB uniquely preserve its signature styles and standards of production, without compromising weaving tradition. It is the only producer in the world still manufacturing patterned lace with original Nottingham Lace Looms, some of which are over 90-years-old. The 12-meter-wide machines are extremely labor-intensive, running at a slow speed for assured quality. The firm’s Galloway Sheers collection offers a stunning range of geometric designs and clean lines. In monochromatic hues – navy, black, taupe and white, this collection magnifies the minimalism trend sweeping contemporary design. It will slide effortlessly into any collection today. Harmony Silks Founded in Bangalore in 1988, Harmony Silks is a producer of fine silk fabrics. Family-owned, the Indian manufacturer is rooted in innovative textiles of luxury quality. They offer a diverse range - from inexpensive polyester to luxurious silk and velvet. Moreover, they uphold fair business practices and encourage transparency within the textile industry.In-house, artisans are expertly trained and paid fairly - enhancing their dedication to their craft. When placing an order with Harmony Silks expect personalized assistance, in line with the company’s customer-focused mantra, as they reimagine design trends from fashion, music and the arts. Every meter of fabric passes through a thorough quality inspection and tests before it is shipped from India. Check out Harmony Silk's Tussah fabric - hand made from the cocoons of silk worms, and the Taffeta cloth – a smooth plain-woven silk, rich in fall and shine.