Been looking for a new textile design for an upcoming project? We strongly recommend checking out the latest and very fabulous “From the Garden” fabric designs which have just been added to our ‘Fabric Shop‘ online, catering to both fashion and homewares applications. These divine new prints are by Sydney-based designer Crystal Kruger who is the creative force behind the textile and surface design focused Skye St. Studio. Crystal is also our second contributing artist to The Designer Project and we are so excited to share her work and process with you! Crystal’s designs are often inspired by travel and adventures, however, her latest collection celebrates the comfort and joy of having a backyard garden, a quaint courtyard or even a favourite local park. The ‘From the Garden’ is available from our ‘Fabric Shop’ online and features a range of prints which are both nostalgic and contemporary. Keep reading to find out more about each hand-painted design and the types of products and garments we think they’ll be perfect for!

‘Clementine Rose’ fabric designs perfectly captures the beauty of the humble clementine and pairs deliciously warm orange and pink tones with a deep teal background. ‘Clementine Rose’ features beautifully undulating watercolour textures arranged in a mid-scale design.
This design would be a fantastic choice for a statement upholstery project.

 
‘Summer Dahlias’ print is absolutely bursting with energy and reminds us of long summer days spent in the backyard under the hot Australian sun. A riot of colour and joy, this mid-scale design is the perfect choice for statement fashion applications.
This design is simply begging to be the hero of a gorgeous summer shirt-dress.

 
‘Pebbles’ features delicately painted stone motifs and is inspired by the crunchy gravel driveways from Crystal’s childhood. This small-scale design features an understated colour palette making it versatile for home fashion and homewares.
‘Pebbles’ would be the perfect print for a pair for leggings.

 
‘Papaya Spots’ fabric is a bold graphic print inspired by Crystal’s childhood memories of summer afternoons in Queensland eating tropical fruits. The mid-scale design features a wonderfully crisp colour palette where the vermillion motifs really pop.
We’re seeing this design as the perfect choice for a statement dress.

‘Inky Botanical Ditsy’ celebrates classic ditsy florals and features a warm autumnal colour palette. This small-scale print is a fantastic choice for fashion garments and accessories.
‘Inky Botanical Ditsy’ would be a great choice for a really pretty and easy to wear wrap-dress.

 
‘Fruitti Tutti Blood Orange‘ is reminiscent of retro outdoor furniture and has been reimagined as this beautifully versatile print. A modern twist on the classic stripe! This relaxed stripe design has been hand-painted and would work well both on it’s own or used as a coordinate.
We think a skirt with pockets is the perfect application for this gorgeous print!

 
‘Lemonade’ is a playful design which pairs glistening lemon motifs with a graphic monochrome background. This mid-scale design is a simple yet effective way of adding a little pop of colour to any outfit or space.
We’re imagining this design as a fresh and calm drapery in your bedroom.

 
‘Rainbow Fruit’ fabric print is a rich homage to a summer classic, fruit salad. The hand-painted watercolour motifs glisten like gems set in a deep green background. The small-scale design is a real focal point of the range and is a great choice for both homewares and fashion.
‘Rainbow Fruit’ would be the perfect print for a statement jumpsuit or an accessory bag!

 
We’re thrilled to have Crystal taking part in The Designer Project, with each of the designs in the ‘From the Garden’ collection available to print on any of our stock fabrics. Our ideas above are only suggestions and we can’t wait to see all the different types of projects you use these designs for.

Have you seen the latest print designs bursting with colour that have made their way into our Fabric Shop? These new delights are by artist and designer Katy Dee who is the powerhouse behind print-based label Shiztastic. All of Katy’s designs begin as an original artwork, using typically hand-painted and collage elements. Once the original pieces have been scanned, Katy then begins the process of layering, manipulating and arranging the elements in both Photoshop and Illustrator to create gorgeously playful prints. Her designs draw heavily from nature, kitsch and 80’s fashion and the simple joys which can be found in daily life and travels. Below we’ve the put the spotlight on each of Katy’s designs which are now available online, sharing ideas around what we think each design would be perfect for!

‘Pink Chintz’ is a big, bold floral design inspired by vintage wallpaper. The design features Katy’s favourite colour combination of red and pink, and with a design like this, it’s easy to see why this pairing is so adored. ‘Pink Chintz’ is a mid to large-scale design and provides a fun pop of colour for any wardrobe or space.

We’re getting strong female power suit vibes from this abstract floral, and think more is definitely more!

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Next up is ‘Picnic Fun’, which is a playful print design full of fruity motifs that are in season all year round! This large-scale design features gorgeously hand-painted elements collaged together on a classic rug style background.

We think ‘Picnic Fun’ and a summer dress are a match made in heaven!

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Move over leopard print, there’s a new kid on the block! ‘Wild Thing’ puts a funky twist on an animal print classic by using textural hand-painted brushstrokes and a statement colour palette. This is a mid-scale print that’s easy to wear.

Wild Thing fabric design printed on Aerocorp fabric base

We would love to see this design used for a half circle or A-line skirt and think it will work well either paired with a plain or patterned top. Dress this design up or down, either way you’ll make a statement.

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Prepare for nostalgia! ‘Painted Love’ is inspired by the 80’s and a love for double denim. This fun take on a striped design is a mid-scale print and is suitable for both fashion and interiors.

Painted Love fabric design printed on Ponti print base fabric

With the design’s retro energy we just can’t un-see high-waisted pants with rolled ankle cuffs!

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‘Untangled’ features a beautiful colour palette of blues and pinks and inspired by a whimsical land of mazes. This mirrored print is simply stunning and so easy to get lost in it’s design. This large scale print is suitable for both fashion and interiors.

We’re wanting this magical design to carry us away into a slumber that is just as dreamy, and think chic loungewear and pajamas are the perfect way to use this print.

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‘Leaf Glitter’ is a bold mid-scale botanic print with a retro feeling colour palette. Inspired by camping trips in the woods on a sunny winters day, with an imagined forest floor full of brightly coloured leaves and plants.

‘Leaf Glitter’ is just begging to be turned into a fabulous kimono, ideal for those days where the weather is a little undecided.

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‘Sunset Garden Party’ pays homage to Katy’s mum’s garden, remembering it at sunset during an English Summer. The sun is setting, birds singing, and it feels as though all the charming flowers and plants are singing along too. This monochrome mid-scale print is a timeless design full of beautifully hand-painted textures and elements.

‘Sunset Garden Party’ would be a stunning choice for a shirt dress with it’s simple colour palette and bold graphic feel.

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We couldn’t be happier with Katy being the first artist involved in The Designer Project, making a selection of her designs available in our Fabric Shop online. The possibilities are endless with each of these designs, and can easily be translated across both fashion and interiors. Our suggestions above are just initial ideas to get those creative juices flowing and can’t wait to see the versatility across all the creative projects you use these fabulous designs for!