New Collection - Selborne
Introducing: Selborne, the latest collection of fabrics and wallcoverings from Madeaux.
This new collection is inspired by the pioneering English naturalist, ecologist, and ornithologist Gilbert White and his former home in Selborne, Hampshire. As one of the early ecological thinkers, White’s work paved the way for naturalists like Charles Darwin, shaping how we think about the intricate connections between species, the soil, and their environment.
The fabrics and papers in this collection include a collaboration with recent graduate designer Chantal Turner. The thoughtfully observed artwork for her patterns includes whimsical takes on hedgerows, dandelions and strawberries, all important but often overlooked cogs of the ecological chain, working beautifully as a part of a collection inspired by Gilbert White’s legacy.
We have also introduced richer, autumnal colourways of our popular weaves: Perdita, Audrey and Jajim, and taken the same palette to introduce new fabrics and papers to the Madeaux range.
WHY WE LOVE THIS
Often dismissed as weeds, dandelions are important ecological contributors in the British landscape. When allowed to grow, they are vital to biodiversity in lawns and offer an essential early food source to pollinators and birds. Throughout its lifecycle this humble plant metamorphosises from a bright yellow flower to a seed head that encapsulates the start of summer.
01 Mist
02 Woodland
WHY WE LOVE THIS
A soft zigzag vine motif depicts the variety of leaves from a hedgerow that are so evocative of the English countryside. When observed closely the motifs are drawn in a fantastical way, encapsulating the chaos of a hedgerow and nature.
01 Evergreen
WHY WE LOVE THIS
A beguiling strawberry design with a large and unexpected diagonal repeat, creating a whimsical pattern in classic Cream and paired back Pale Blue colourways. Strawberry Vine is printed on 100% Outdoor Quality Polyester, making it perfect for summer outdoor living, as well as interiors where a high level of colour fastness and durability are wanted, for example in a conservatory.
01 Cream
02 Pale Blue
WHY WE LOVE THIS
This multi-coloured weave is packed with saturated colours chequered with natural unbleached linen yarns. With fabulous durability, the rich and varied tones of this paired back check work as an excellent colour carrier allowing the fabric to sit comfortably in any room.
01 Water Meadow
02 Savanna
WHY WE LOVE THIS
The ancient Persian rug that lends its name to this fabric was traditionally woven as a vertical stripe – our new multi coloured stripe is woven as a horizontal which gives a more modern feel, and like our popular “Berber Stripe” uses wool and a touch of alpaca to give a gloriously soft handle. It works beautifully both as curtains and also for sofas, ottomans and armchairs where it could be railroaded. This new Barley Wine colourway is a chic addition to the existing collection.
01 Red
02 Camel
03 Cinnabar
04 Heather
05 Mineral
06 Barley Wine
WHY WE LOVE THIS
A mixture of linen and viscose gives this dual-purpose fabric a soft lustre, whilst the combination of alternate colours in the weft adds a lift, reminiscent of shot silk. Suitable for both curtaining and upholstery. Now available in an updated autumn palette: with Plaster, Apricot, Willow and Fig.
01 Oyster
02 Duck Egg
03 Honey
04 Pebble
05 Copper Alloy
06 Ecru
07 Menthe
08 Plaster
09 Apricot
10 Willow
11 Fig
WHY WE LOVE THIS
Audrey silk is hand woven on a fine silk warp with a linen weft. The contrast of weight and texture between these two favourite fibres creates a terrific, “crunchy”, handle. The fabric cries out to be made into full length curtains, the sculptural folds reminiscent of an effortlessly chic couture ball gown. The new colours: Tawny, Forest and Damson offer an autumnal addition to the growing range.
01 Pigeon
02 Celery
03 Pale Ocean
04 Indian Red
05 Charcoal
07 Lichen
08 Indigo
09 Paprika
10 Verdigris
13 Tawny
14 Forest
15 Damson WHY WE LOVE THIS
A soft zigzag vine motif of the hedgerow leaves that are so evocative of the English countryside. When observed closely the motifs are drawn in a fantastical way, encapsulating the chaos of a hedgerow and nature.
01 Evergreen
WHY WE LOVE THIS
A soft zigzag vine motif of the hedgerow leaves that are so evocative of the English countryside. When observed closely the motifs are drawn in a fantastical way, encapsulating the chaos of a hedgerow and nature. Evoking the feel of a frosted hedge, the ghostly silhouettes here are almost like a cyanotype of the original Hedgerow design.
01 Seacloud
02 Leaf
03 Bracken
WHY WE LOVE THIS
Often dismissed as weeds, dandelions are important ecological contributors in the British landscape. When allowed to grow, they are vital to biodiversity in lawns and offer an essential food source to pollinators and birds. Throughout its lifecycle this humble plant metamorphosises from a bright yellow flower to a seed head that encapsulates the start of summer.
01 Mist
02 WoodlandWHY WE LOVE THIS
Ferrara is an Italian city known for the buildings erected by its Renaissance rulers, the Este family. The inspiration for this diamond design was taken from exterior façade from a palazzo in the city. Painted to suggest a three-dimensional effect, this paper brings an architectural element to a space both as a standout design or as a backdrop to artwork.
01 Glacial
02 Limestone
03 Plaster
WHY WE LOVE THIS
The intricate patterns of moth’s wings help them camouflage into their surroundings, and the layout and scale of this ikat inspired grasscloth are reminiscent of these markings. Taking on the shape and feel of different settings, Tiger Moth acts as a chameleon for many styles and colour schemes.
01 Chalk
02 Dew Pond
03 Walnut
01 Bone
02 Woad
03 Umber
WHY WE LOVE THIS
Historically the long fibrous leaves of the Luzula plants, or the wood rushes, were gathered for practical uses like thatching, bedding, and weaving. This pattern emulates the look of the braided leaves, printed on a grasscloth for maximum impact.
01 Limewash
02 Straw
03 Seacloud
04 Chestnut
05 Sage
WHY WE LOVE THIS
A hand painted modern take on a moiré, combining a vertical strié that evokes the woodgrain of a tree. The grasscloth ground brings the motif up to date to offer a modern feel to a classic design, now available in nine inspiring colourways
01 Bone
02 Flax
03 Sea Breeze
04 Jade
05 Old Gold
06 Shell Pink
07 Driftwood
08 Toasted Almond
09 Airforce
WHY WE LOVE THIS
One of our best loved fabrics, now printed on a grasscloth whose texture emulates the gorgeous structure of the original silk and linen stripe. The six new colourways are introduced to extend the range and coordinate with the fabric.
01 Pigeon
02 Celery
03 Pale Ocean
04 Indian Red
05 Charcoal
07 Lichen
08 Indigo
09 Paprika
10 Verdigris
11 Ecru
12 Sand
13 Tawny
14 Forest
15 Damson