Skip to content

Fabric

How the Leopard Got His Spots Velvet

Sale price $5.00

Shipping calculated at checkout

In stock

Size

Shop with confidence

  • Canada & US shipping
  • Free sample shipping
  • Made to order
  • Eco materials
  • American Express
  • Apple Pay
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Google Pay
  • Mastercard
  • Shop Pay
  • Visa

'How The Leopard Got His Spots' is a luxurious velvet fabric created by artist Alexis Snell alongside Charlotte Raffo of The Monkey Puzzle Tree. Add instant character to your space with this colourful handprinted design which is made by using traditional lino blocks. Alexis Snell took his inspiration for this pattern from stories told by his mother and grandmother about their years living in India and Burma. Exotic stories of leopards, monkeys and crocodiles filled his childhood and influenced the creation of this luxurious velvet.

Each of the 18 characterful leopards featured in the fabric is unique thanks to the handprinted design which is made using traditional lino blocks. These distinctive imperfections add to the beauty of the fabric, resulting in a highly luxurious velvet representing the antithesis of picture-perfect digital designs.

As featured in Elle Decoration and Homes & Gardens magazines, 'How The Leopard Got His Spots' can be used for curtains, blinds, cushions and upholstery. This rich jungle velvet works well alongside other vibrant patterns for a maximalist, colour-clash look, or it can be used to add instant character to a more pared-back scheme.

Lead time is 3-4 weeks. For large scale hospitality or commercial projects, contact us at info@jamescrossing.ca to find out about customization options.

Product Detail

Artist: The Monkey Puzzle Tree

Width: 137 cm

Horizontal Pattern Repeat: 68.6 cm

Weight: 416 gsm

Martindale Abrasions: 50,000 double rubs

Vertical Pattern Repeat: 64.6 cm

Material: 88% Cotton, 12% Polyester, 100% Cotton Pile

Care Instructions: Dry clean only, iron low

Reviews from across our collections

Loading image:

Want something custom?

Contact us to explore options to customize scale, colour and material.

Specifying for a commercial project?

Hospitality, office, multi-unit, and contract spaces have requirements that retail doesn't — and we build for them. Many of our patterns are available as Type II vinyl, fire-rated, and in fabrics tested well above 60,000 double rubs for high-traffic durability. Tell us what your project calls for and we'll send the documentation and samples you need to spec it with confidence.

FAQ

Find answers about ordering, care and customizing your fabric.

How much does shipping cost?

Shipping depends on order size and destination, and samples ship free. Because fabric is printed to order, allow roughly three to four weeks for delivery — we confirm timing at checkout.

Can I return fabric?

Fabric is printed to order for you, so orders aren't returnable — order a swatch first to check the colour, weight and hand.

How much fabric do I need?

Supply your upholsterer or seamstress with the fabric width as well as pattern repeat so that they can advise you on how many metres are required. If you're doing a DIY project, email us with measurements and we'll help you calculate the quantity needed.

Do you offer bulk discounts?

For larger quantities or contract projects, contact us for project pricing — and designers can apply for trade pricing across the full range.

How do I care for fabric?

Each order ships with fabric-specific care guidance; fire-rated and high-durability options are available for commercial and high-traffic use.

Can I request a custom design?

Often, yes — many designs can be recoloured, rescaled or printed on grounds like linen or velvet. Email info@jamescrossing.ca with your brief.

More ways to shop

Find your next design by designer, style or material.

Loading image: jc-shop-artists jc-shop-artists

Shop by Artist

Browse designs from our roster of independent artists and studios.

Loading image: Botanical style Botanical style

Shop by Style

From botanical to geometric — find the aesthetic for your space.

Loading image:

Explore Wallpaper

Discover the same designs as made-to-order wallpaper for your walls.

Back to top