Author Archives: linda

Another week and so another pattern. Playing with a large central image here with really minimal background patterning. I really love the bright color scheme here…goes with the jester, don’t you think? You can see my other patterns on fabric … Continue reading →

Not sure if that is even correct grammar, but started playing with this winged heart and created a pattern. I still don’t have a system, which is odd to me. I like having systems and methods for doing things…but for … Continue reading →

Just playing around and trying a different kind of color palette… sort of sour-ish and tangy colors. Something different that could be used for the holidays or everyday I think. Here’s the half-brick repeat of the design… One thing I’m … Continue reading →

Lately I’ve been really busy with other projects and not doing as much practice as I would like with pattern design. I’m wondering if there is some resource out there or a list of things to try out that would … Continue reading →

I decided to use some of my digital stamp illustrations to create patterns…really practice in coloring because it’s not something I am comfortable with. I love to draw and sketch all kinds of things, but often don’t go on to … Continue reading →

Here’s a little exercise on creating a border pattern that runs the entire length of a 42″ quilting fabric. I used a pumpkin image I created last year and just modified it a bit and duplicated for the border effect. … Continue reading →

Here’s another quick exercise in creating patterns. I drew a little cute house in the sky and did a half-drop repeating pattern. I think it turned out pretty cute, although I still have to work on colors. When repeated it … Continue reading →

I decided to do a quick exercise for the Spoonflower challenge of surreal fruit. I created this pattern, although I can’t say it’s exactly surreal…just fun patterns I suppose. It was definitely good practice. Let me know what you think. … Continue reading →

I liked my heart medallions pattern so much, I decided to revisit it with a bit of color and the Italian phrase “ascolterei il tuo cuore” meaning “listen to your heart.” It’s interesting to first design in black and white … Continue reading →