Fabric & Wall Covering

The four patterns comprised by the New Earth collection are inspired by those of vintage carriage blankets. Available in 20 saturated colors, these contemporary upholstery versions are made of biodegradable New Zealand wool that converts to compost in 28 days if disposed of properly. Through Mayer Fabrics, 321 South Alabama Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204; 800-253-8455; mayerfabrics.com. circle 323

An abstract gangster-stripe pattern makes the Chicago line sing. This polyester-rayon comes in six colors, including reddish Pilsen, blue Lakeview, and green Logan Square, and can withstand 40,000 double rubs. 1451 Paddock Drive, Northbrook, IL 60062; 847-657-8481; brentanofabrics.com. circle 325

These are the hides to seek. The Absolute collection combines old-world leather processing with contemporary colors. The exquisite hides come from New Zealand in nine vibrant hues, including Mango and Kiwi. Custom colors are available on orders of more than 50 hides. 1081 Tannery Row, Forest, VA 24551; 434-846-5281; mooreandgilesinc.com. circle 324

With Kaleidoscope, you get 1960's psychedelia in 8 square inches. The collection of matte-glazed ceramics encompasses six far-out patterns, including Trip, Star, and Nova. Through Property, 14 Wooster Street, New York, NY 10013; 917-237-0123; propertyfurniture.com. circle 327

No cowboy boots needed for this geometric polyester-linen. Square Dance is fabricated from clear fill yarns woven in a solid warp and comes in nine colors, including Midnight. 607 Norwich Avenue, Taftville, CT 06380; 800-237-1625; unikavaev.com. circle 328

Flexible Assets can meet almost any upholstery need. The shimmery cotton-backed vinyl is available in three metallics: Copper Leaf, Gold Plate, and Mica. A reasonable price point and 50,000 double rubs make this textile ideal for large-scale, high-use installations. 31 Ontario Street, Cohoes, NY 12047; 518-235-2828; gretchenbellinger.com. circle 326

Legendary Austrian architect Josef Frank developed these vibrant textiles in the 1940's, and they are available today through this Swedish supplier. Among the collection of more than 40 patterns are Terrazzo, Rox and Fix, Hawaii, and Manhattan. Most are linen, with a few offered also in cotton. 5 Strandvägen, Stockholm, Sweden; 46-8-670-16-00; svenskttenn.se. circle 330

Designer John Robshaw unites a 12th-century craft with a 21st-century textile in the cotton Block Print collection. The 12 patterns, made by hand-pressing a wood block on fabric, come in three colors and range from botanicals to geometrics to tribal motifs, including Mala. 979 Third Avenue, Suite 6B, New York, NY 10022; 800-366-4442; donghia.com. circle 329

Proof that eco-friendly fabrics need not look granola, Bull's Eye is tailored and smart, ideal for the corporate market. Made of Terratex, a recycled polyester, the textile is offered in 11 colorways including red Bittersweet, dark gray Granite, and creamy Mica. Designed to withstand more than 50,000 double rubs. 150 Varick Street, New York, NY 10013; 212-627-7766; pollackassociates.com. circle 331