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• Fleck Aqua – scattered droplets in This neutral-toned collection brings
tonal blues for a playful texture and together a refined palette of charcoal,
lightness. sand, and off-white across a diverse mix
• Stitch Mustard – a golden variant of cotton, linen, and indoor/outdoor base
of the stitch design, adding warmth cloths.
and continuity.
Designs featured include:
Together, this palette creates a balanced • Garden Bloom Black - organic
yet dynamic story perfect for modern florals in bold monochrome, offering
interiors with a touch of natural flair. contrast and flow.
This bold and expressive collection • Kunene Neutral - hand-drawn linear
celebrates the spirit of Growing Africa waves evoking natural landscapes.
through a modern Afriscandi lens - • Cape Floral Black - delicate, stylised
where traditional African motifs meet blooms with a soft graphic presence.
Scandinavian-inspired simplicity. • Ripple Neutral - flowing, brush-
stroke-style rhythm for movement
At the heart of the palette are earthy and calm.
turmeric tones, deep charcoals, and soft • Fleck Neutral - scattered marks
neutrals, woven together through rich, bringing softness and a hand-done
story-driven prints: feel.
• Okra Ginger (top left) – a retro floral • Line Protea Charcoal - a striking
burst in mustard, coral, and cream, botanical sketch of South Africa’s
evoking a sense of joy and rhythm. national flower.
• Small Cropfield Turmeric – fine, • Stitch Charcoal - neat rows of
concentric seed lines in deep kidney stitches balancing structure and
bean and mustard. simplicity.
The centerpiece of this vibrant • Seed Turmeric – geometric min- • Cobblestone Neutral - a textural
collection is Stillo Kidneybean - a bold, imalism meets cultural expression in grid inspired by traditional paving
graphic celebration of stylized foliage this symbolic scatter pattern. patterns.
in shades of kidney bean, mustard, • Cotton Turmeric – a nod to African • Droplet Neutral - dappled dots for a
thunderstorm, and charcoal. This florals in soft botanical tones layered playful yet grounded touch.
contemporary botanical design brings a with warmth and texture. • Floret Charcoal - bold cross motifs
sense of rhythm and movement, making • Cropfield Turmeric – iconic circ- for modern symmetry.
it ideal for statement upholstery or ular forms represent growth and
curtains. abundance, anchoring the story. Perfect for both upholstery and
• Senegal Turmeric – bold, graphic accessories, this board offers a calm,
Paired on the left are four complementary line work pays tribute to West cohesive foundation for contemporary
coordinates that enhance and support African textile heritage with a interiors, embracing a quiet elegance
the hero print: modern twist. rooted in nature and design heritage.
• Stitch Grey - a simple linear print in We invite you to explore our collections
cool grey for structure and contrast. Together, this collection bridges and create your own perfect mix. Whether
• Cape Floral Turmeric – a delicate South heritage and innovation - designed for you’re after something expressive,
African bloom design in mustard and interiors that seek soulful design with a something minimal, or a bit of both - it’s
grey, offering a soft botanical accent. rooted aesthetic. all in the detail. dw

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