These stunning pieces are the work of designer Sanne van de Goor who graduated with a degree in graphic design from the Gerrit Rietveld Academy in Amsterdam. Since graduation Sanne has worked in book design, graphic design and most recently entered the world of textile design. I was immediately drawn to the texture, movement and [...]
Posts Tagged as ‘textile design classes’
October 13, 2011
Gardens For Health Pattern Contest
I am thrilled to announce the Gardens For Health Pattern Contest! Gardens for Health International is a wonderful organization that works in East Africa to provide agricultural assistance to those who struggle with chronic malnutrition. The founder, Emma Clippinger, has long dreamed of developing a signature “Gardens for Health” print to use on bags, dresses, [...]
September 16, 2011
Diane von Furstenberg: Spring 2012
*images via vogue.com, Photo: Marcio Madeira/firstVIEW There are so many wonderful prints in Diane von Furstenberg’s Spring collection that there will probably be a part II to this post after the shows wrap up. Vibrant prints just seemed to flood down the runway in a wave of African, Japanese, and 60′s inspired looks. I had [...]
September 13, 2011
Amber Hooks & The Sellable Sketch
My Sellable Sketch students just finished up their first week and I could not be more thrilled with the work that everyone is producing! For one of the first assignments I asked each student to walk in one of their design hero’s shoes and mimic their design style. One student, Amber Hooks, choose designer Debbie Powell and I [...]
August 19, 2011
The Ultimate Guide To Repeats
Happy Friday!!!! I am so excited about my upcoming course, The Ultimate Guide to Repeats, that I could not help but share the introduction video with all of you lovely readers out there! This video dives into a little bit about my background, who the course is tailored towards, and exactly what you will learn in the [...]
