Ronda is the founder of Ronda Carman Fine Fabrics. Handcrafted in Scotland, our wool mill has been in operation for over 200 years. Each fabrics is carefully crafted using traditional time-honored techniques. Every master craftsman is trained to an exacting standard, taking immeasurable pride in their work. 

Inspired and influenced by her time living in Scotland, and traveling abroad, Ronda brings an international flair to fabric and design. She has been a guest on Martha Stewart Radio, Houston Life, Good Day DC, Good Morning Arkansas, and Pittsburgh Today.

Her writings and work have garnered press from around the globe, including Forbes, Traditional Home, Elle Decor, Veranda, House Beautiful, domino, Australian Vogue Living, Real Simple, Southern Living, Southern Home, Home Plus Scotland, and numerous regional, national and international newspapers.

She is also the author of The Art of Pantry Cooking: Meals for Family and Friends (Rizzoli 2022), Entertaining at Home (Rizzoli 2019) and Designers at Home (Rizzoli 2013). Her 4th book, Lynn Wyatt to be released fall of 2025

In 2019 she was named to the Salonniere 100, a list of America's best party hosts. She is a frequent speaker on design, textiles, and brand building.

OUTSIDE SALES

Jillian combines a genuine passion for design with an exceptional talent for cultivating meaningful relationships. As a proud fifth-generation Houstonian, she is deeply connected to the vibrant culture and spirit of our city, bringing a fresh wave of energy and boundless creativity to Ronda Carman Fine Fabrics.

Outside of work, Jillian enjoys spending weekends with her husband and three children at their idyllic family farm near Austin. They embrace the simple pleasures of being outdoors, surrounded by beautiful views. In her spare time, she loves exploring antique shops and local thrift stores, always on the lookout for hidden treasures.

Her sales territory includes Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.