Cottonberry: Bringing Boho Island Vibes to South African Interiors

Step into a world where patterns dance, colours harmonize, and design comes alive. Cottonberry, a textile design studio nestled in the picturesque KZN Midlands of South Africa, is the creative brainchild of Felicity Ellis. With an intuitive approach to creativity and a passion for fabric design, Felicity has brought Cottonberry to the forefront of the industry, capturing the essence of boho island vibes in their latest collection.

A Fusion of Global Inspiration and Local Production

Cottonberry’s journey began in 2005, when Felicity, a self-taught fabric designer, decided to pursue her passion. Inspired by patterns, design, and color, she embarked on a mission to create a range of fabrics that would inspire and uplift, transforming personal spaces into havens of happiness. Through collaborations with renowned fabric agents in South Africa and international partners like London-based George Spencer Designs, Cottonberry has gained recognition for their exquisite creations.

Supporting Local People and Industry

At Cottonberry, there is a deep-rooted love for South Africa. Believing in the importance of supporting local people and industry, the studio is committed to producing the finest quality products while ensuring ethical practices. Raw materials are predominantly sourced locally, with fabric dyes imported from Italy. However, all design and printing processes take place in South Africa, demonstrating a dedication to nurturing local textile mills and contributing to the growth of the industry.

Introducing Indigo Bay

In their latest endeavor, Cottonberry presents the Indigo Bay fabric range, a captivating fusion of laid-back spirit and global inspiration. Felicity’s journey to Mozambique sparked her fascination with hand-dyed textiles, which led her to explore the Japanese art of shibori. Through intricate folding, twisting, and binding techniques, she created a collection that exudes a dreamy, bohemian allure.

New Designs and Versatility

Building upon the success of the Indigo Bay range, Cottonberry recently expanded its offerings. Introducing new designs on cream-colored cotton and wallpaper, they have embraced the digital printing revolution. The Indigo Bay Extended collection is now available through esteemed retailers such as Walnut Interior, The Blumberg Fabric Co, Lynn Fagg, and Halogen International. Additionally, Cottonberry has collaborated with Robin Sprong Wallpapers to bring the essence of Indigo Bay to interior wall coverings.

Mid-century-inspired Delights

The future holds exciting prospects for Cottonberry. Set to be unveiled later this year is a midcentury-inspired range, featuring bold poppies and retro geometrics. Drawing inspiration from the past while infusing a contemporary twist, this collection promises to be a testament to Cottonberry’s commitment to innovation and its ability to transform spaces with vibrant designs.

Cottonberry, the textile design studio situated in the KZN Midlands of South Africa, combines global inspiration with local production to bring boho island vibes to interiors. Felicity Ellis, the creative force behind Cottonberry, infuses her intuitive approach to creativity into every design. With their commitment to supporting local industry, the studio continues to produce the finest quality fabrics and wallpapers. Whether it’s the dreamy allure of Indigo Bay or the upcoming mid-century-inspired range, Cottonberry invites you to create a personal, happy space that overflows with its vibrant designs.