Welcome to TGP Tidbits where we round up the happenings and our musings of the design industry each week. This week we take a look at Patricia Altschul’s needlepoint collaboration with Furbish, Fromental’s Papier Chinois Collection, and Birmingham’s Antiques at the Gardens. Written by Natalie Aldridge.
Patricia Altschul x Furbish
At The Glam Pad, we have long adored Patricia Altschul, the Charleston grande dame, Southern Charm matriarch, and eternal arbiter of wit and elegance. Whether presiding over her storied Greek Revival mansion or serving martinis in a caftan with a pug at her side, Patricia embodies the art of living beautifully with a raised eyebrow and a perfect one-liner.
Her new collaboration with Furbish Studio captures that irresistible spirit in a collection of cheeky needlepoint pillows that balance Southern refinement with playful irreverence. These needlepoint charmers bring instant personality to any room. They are conversation starters, mood lifters, and, in true Patricia fashion, a reminder that interiors should always be as spirited as their owners.
Elegant, vibrant, and just a little mischievous, the Patricia Altschul x Furbish collection lets you invite Patricia’s signature glamour with a wink into your home. After all, life is far too short for boring décor. Shop the collection here!
Fromental’s Papier Chinois Collection
At The Glam Pad, we can never resist the allure of Chinoiserie. Few names embody its artistry quite like Fromental, the London-based luxury wallpaper house known for their hand-painted silk masterpieces that grace some of the most exquisite interiors around the world. This September, Fromental celebrates its 20th anniversary with a groundbreaking launch that has the design world buzzing: Papier Chinois.
For the first time, Fromental is making its signature Chinoiserie accessible through innovative digital printing. The collection reimagines five beloved patterns, Bambois, Florent, Rocaille, and Peter Rabbit, with the addition of Millefleurs, a fresh design inspired by the lush intricacy of antique tapestries. Each printed panel preserves the artistry and detail of originals that can take up to 50 hours to hand-paint These beautiful papers have a far shorter lead time of 4–6 weeks compared to the 12+ weeks required for bespoke versions and are available at a much better price point.
The Papier Chinois debut also ushers in Fromental’s brand-new e-commerce platform, complete with roll calculators, video installation guides, and groundbreaking AR technology that allows you to animate the Millefleurs wallpaper once installed in your space. It’s a pivotal moment for the brand and for the industry, marrying twenty years of tradition with innovation that makes their artistry more accessible than ever. From hand-painted silks to digitally rendered jewels, Fromental continues to prove that Chinoiserie is not just a decorative style, but a living art form for today.
The full collection can be viewed here!
Birmingham’s Antiques at the Gardens
Every autumn, Birmingham Botanical Gardens transforms into a veritable Eden of antiques, design, and inspiration. Antiques at the Gardens has become one of the South’s most anticipated events, drawing tastemakers and treasure hunters alike to wander beneath the oaks in search of heirlooms, objets d’art, and design wisdom. Now in its 18th year, the show continues to be a highlight with its seamless marriage of horticulture and high style.
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This year’s edition has an incredible roster of exhibitors offering everything from fine furniture and silver to vintage jewelry, textiles, and garden accents. Interwoven throughout the weekend are lectures and conversations with celebrated designers, architects, and floral artists, ensuring the event is as enriching intellectually as it is aesthetically.
Some of the much anticipated events this weekend include talks with Thomas O’Brien and Katie Ridder, Jane Scott Hodges, and Martyn Lawrence Bullard. On Saturday, our friend Rudy Saunders will be hosting Stitch with Rudy Saunders: Needlepoint with Friends, a delightful morning workshop complete with a needlepoint kit, muffins, and mimosas. Could there be a chicer way to start the day?
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But perhaps the true beauty of Antiques at the Gardens is the setting itself and to be reminded that antiques are not relics but living pieces of history that flourish in dialogue with the present. With proceeds benefiting the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens, the event also ensures that this unique cultural and natural treasure continues to thrive for generations.
If you are in Birmingham, be sure to visit this weekend. Antiques at the Gardens is a wonderful show, not to be missed. Tickets can be purchased here!
Read our favorite articles of the week!
10 ‘Old’ Design Trends That Should Have Never Gone Out of Style written by Nina Derwin for Veranda.
Alexandra Kaehler Refreshes a Century-Old Chicago Home for a Young Family written by Alexandra Kaehler for Frederic.
Shop this week’s inspired finds!
x Natalie
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I love how this roundup blends elegance and creativity — Patricia Altschul’s playful needlepoint pieces and Fromental’s timeless Chinoiserie truly show how design can be both witty and refined.