There’s a new upholstery trend that ... sophistication – think velvet or woven fabrics in complementary shades. By balancing stripes with varied patterns and textures, you create a visually ...

As an interior decorator, I sometimes find myself assuming that clients know what I’m talking about when I suggest a flamestitch or imperial trellis pattern for their upholstery fabric or new rug.

Upholstery is the materials—which include fabric, padding, webbing, and springs—that make up the soft coverings of chairs, sofas, and other furniture. The process began in the Middle Ages and ...