Spotlight: Home Palette Interior Fabrics & Curtaining
Fabrics do more than just fill a space—they set the tone, evoke emotions, and bring a vision to life. Today, we sit down with the team behind Home Palette Interior Fabrics & Curtaining, a brand that emerged from two decades of experience as Tela Fabrics. With a fresh approach and a passion for colour, Home Palette is redefining how we experience textiles.
- Where It All Began
Can you take us back to the moment when the vision for Home Palette was born? Was there a specific challenge or gap in the industry that you wanted to address?
The vision for Home Palette Interior Fabrics & Curtaining was born from a rich legacy. For 20 years, we operated as Tela Fabrics, serving customers with quality textiles. However, a year ago, we saw an opportunity to redefine our approach and bring something fresh to the industry—thus, Home Palette was born.
The gap we identified was the lack of a truly colour-centric experience in fabric retail. Interior fabrics should be more than just materials; they should tell a story through colour, texture, and purpose. That’s why we’ve designed our store to be colour-coded, making it easier and more inspiring for customers to find exactly what they need.
With 12 different fabric bases, 6 key interior functions, and a stunning selection of trims and tassels, our collection is built to be durable, timeless, and full of life. Whether you’re refreshing a space or starting from scratch, Home Palette ensures that colour isn’t just an afterthought—it’s the foundation of great design.
- The Soul of The Brand
Home Palette combines quality with creativity. How would you describe the heart and soul of your brand in a way that makes it stand out in the competitive interior design world?
At Home Palette, the heart and soul of our brand live in colour. We believe that fabric isn’t just about function—it’s about expression, mood, and transformation. With a curated selection of over 3,500 fabrics, our store is a playground of textures, patterns, and hues, ready to be cut and taken home the same day.
What sets us apart in the competitive interior design world is our commitment to immediacy and inspiration. Unlike many upmarket fabric stores that operate on an order-and-wait system, we ensure that our customers can walk in, explore, and leave with exactly what they need—no delays, no uncertainty, just beautiful fabrics at their fingertips.
More than just a fabric supplier, we are partners in creativity. We uplift and empower our customers by being there for them from inspiration to the final product, offering expert guidance, seamless service, and the confidence to bring their vision to life. At Home Palette, colour isn’t just what we sell—it’s what we live by.
- From Inspiration to Creation
Fabrics have a way of telling stories. How do you approach crafting collections that feel not just beautiful but deeply meaningful for the spaces they will transform?
Fabrics are more than just materials—they are storytellers, mood-setters, and memory-makers. At Home Palette, we craft our collections with inspiration drawn from everyday life: the warmth of spices in the kitchen, the ever-changing moods of the weather, the joy of a picnic with loved ones, and the effortless elegance of a summer afternoon.
Each collection is designed to evoke a feeling and create an experience. From the rich, earthy tones of Serrano, to the deep, moody allure of Midnight Hour, the airy sophistication of Atmosphere, the classic charm of London Linen, and the grounded textures of Landmark, every fabric tells a story waiting to be woven into your home.
We want our customers to see it, feel it, and understand it—not just as fabric, but as a way to elevate their everyday experiences. Whether it’s a cozy reading nook, a statement couch, or luxurious drapery that shifts with the light, our fabrics are designed to bring inspiration to life in the most meaningful way.
- Collections with Purpose
Every Home Palette collection feels like a dialogue with your audience. Can you unpack some of the stories or themes behind your recent collections and their unique appeal and What’s been the response from your customers and the design community?
At Home Palette, every collection is more than just a selection of fabrics—it’s a dialogue, a story, and an invitation to experience design in a meaningful way. Our latest collection, London Linen, embodies this philosophy by merging timeless elegance with everyday practicality.
Inspired by the effortless sophistication of London, this collection captures the balance between tradition and modernity. With 12 exquisite striped and checked fabrics in 5 versatile colorways, London Linen reflects the tailored refinement of Savile Row while evoking the warmth of cozy afternoon teas and sun-drenched picnics in Hyde Park. Crafted from 70% viscose and 30% linen, it offers not only a natural, breathable texture but also remarkable durability with an 18,000 rub count—ensuring longevity in both style and function.
What makes this collection stand out is its versatility. Designed for urban professionals, experienced homeowners, DIY enthusiasts, and interior designers, London Linen seamlessly adapts to different lifestyles. Whether used for picnic blankets, tablecloths, aprons, cushions, or home accessories, it transforms everyday moments into something special.
- Why Home Palette Interior Fabrics?
At Home Palette Interior Fabrics, we believe that designing your space should be as seamless, inspiring, and effortless as possible. From the moment you walk into our store, our goal is to simplify the creative process, making it easy and enjoyable for you to bring your vision to life.
One of our standout features is our innovative sample system—designed for play, exploration, and real-world testing. You can mix and match fabric samples in-store, experiment with textures and colors, and even take them home to see how they interact with your lighting and décor. We want you to feel confident in your choices, and that starts with experiencing the fabrics in your own space.
With a vast, affordable selection of over 3,500 fabrics, we cater to every design style, function, and budget. Whether you’re a homeowner, interior designer, or DIY enthusiast, you’ll find options that are durable, stylish, and suited to your needs.
To make the process even smoother, we offer a trusted network of recommended upholsterers and delivery services, ensuring that your fabric choices translate into beautifully crafted pieces with ease. At Home Palette, we’re not just selling fabric—we’re curating an experience that brings your creative ideas to life seamlessly, beautifully, and with confidence.
- The Future of Home Palette
What do you see on the horizon for the South African interior and design industries this year? Any trends or shifts that you’re particularly excited about or think will define 2025?
As we look ahead, the South African interior and design industries are embracing a shift toward personalization and curated living spaces. Fabric plays a crucial role in this transformation, allowing homeowners to create interiors that reflect their unique tastes, lifestyles, and stories.
One of the key movements we’re seeing is a growing demand for furniture that feels special—not just in function, but in its design, texture, and aesthetic appeal. The focus is shifting from mass-produced pieces to ones that feel curated, bespoke, and deeply personal.
At the same time, maximalism is making a bold comeback, but with a more considered, smartly elevated approach. People want richness in texture, color, and layering—without feeling overwhelmed. Fabrics are at the heart of this, offering a way to introduce depth, warmth, and individuality into a space.
At Home Palette, we’re excited to expand our offerings beyond fabric by collaborating with brands that enhance the entire home experience—mirrors, candles, lighting, and more. These elements, combined with our carefully curated fabrics, will allow our customers to design spaces that feel truly personal, stylish, and effortlessly sophisticated. 2025 is all about bringing more intentionality and creativity into the home, and we can’t wait to be part of that journey!
Contact: www.homepalette.co.za
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