ABOVE & TOP: J. Batchelor introduced David “Lebo” Le Batard’s new fabric collection, including “Salty Blue Whirl Pools in a Tropical Constellation” above, and “Sunshine Pick Up Sticks,” above right. Inspired by pop art and modernism, “Lebo” is known for his caricature-style imagery. 954/926-1881.

ABOVE: Sumptuous “Sargent Silks” from F. Schumacher & Co. are available in 80 colorways, from neutral to bright and spicy hues. 954/923-3112.

ABOVE: Shades of celery, terra cotta and red took center stage in Christian Fischbacher Co.’s collection that debuted at Jeffrey Michaels & Co. 954/925-1133

ABOVE: Lee Jofa/Mark Biller & Associates whisked visitors away to the islands with “Calypso,” Groundworks’ new tropical collection. 954/925-2424


ABOVE: This embroidered silk, “Mallika Garden,” was on display at Kravet/Mark Biller & Associates along with many other fabrics. 954/920-4735

Leather, silk, linen, taffeta, chenille and damask are just a few of the rich fabrics that made their debut at this year’s “Celebration of Textiles.”
Held at the Design Center of the Americas in Dania Beach, Fla., this springtime event showcases line after line of exquisite textiles from around the world. More than 20 showrooms participated with previews of new collections, as well as special guest speakers who elaborated on their design inspiration.
Jeffrey Michaels & Co. with Harsey & Associates hosted one of the highlights of the day — a luncheon complete with a Tuscan wine tasting to introduce three new European brands in the United States — Christian Fischbacher, Blue Home and Kligi.
Kravet invited visitors to view its new “Spring Extravaganza” collection, while Lee Jofa took guests to the islands with the “Calypso” collection from Groundworks. Striking vignettes showcased Nessen Showrooms’ spring line. And J. Batchelor premiered artist David “Lebo” Le Batard’s caricature-style textiles.
“The number of new lines and the presence of internationally renowned designers made this a very special day,” says Joan Kerns Kauffman, DCOTA’s executive vice president and general manager.

ABOVE: Fabrics from the Rubelli Collection for Bergamo dress the chairs and walls in the Nessen Showroom. 954/925-0606.

ABOVE: Italy-based Luigi Bevilacqua, available exclusively at J Nelson, has created fabrics for royalty, The Vatican and The White House. 954/929-8880


ABOVE: New palm motifs, florals and ball fringe comprise the latest offerings from Windows of the World. 954/921-8336.

ABOVE: Textile designer Erin Murphy designed these fabrics for Beacon Hill, which were shown at The Robert Allen Group. 954/920-2244

ABOVE: From Anna French comes “William,” a silk taffeta with a velvety fern motif, and “Bird in the Bush,” a floral print linen. Walfab carries her complete line. 954/921-8050