Fabric is going natural this year. And while the green movement has been going on for some time, when it comes to textiles used in home decor, it is just getting revved up. “There has been a big push,” says Eric Docken, design consultant for Taseno Interiors. “Most of the big fabric companies have come out with a dedicated green line, and as they become more established, these have a whole range of options.”
That range includes the usual suspects of linens, wools and cottons. Hemp, jute, sisal and bamboo are also prevalent, as is taking old fabric and manipulating it into something new. The push for Earth-friendliness has led to innovative and unusual sources. Reclaimed water bottles, cork, tree bark, seaweed and corn can all be made into textiles.
Adding to the variety is the development of non-toxic dyes and water-based products that allow eco-friendly products to offer more than just natural tones.
Docken says, while some weaves reinforce the organic look, high-end companies such as Kravet, which has been around for nearly a century, are able to offer a full range of colour options within their green line that uses all-natural and sustainable yarns or recycled components.
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