There is a rising trend for agents and studios, and that is the trend of requiring all pattern designs to...
Having not received a formal degree in textile and pattern design I have read numerous books to try to develop...
Over the years we’ve heard from many up-and-coming designers who want to start their own clothing line featuring their pattern...
On August 24, 2017 we lost Jane Lewis, one of the most talented and knowledgeable textile designers in the quilting...
Our team is overjoyed to introduce our inaugural texture set: Softly Weathered. For years, textures have been an integral part...
“What is the color of the year? And what does it mean for me as an artist?” This is what...
Have you ever had the opportunity to design patterns for the gift bag industry? In this post we’ll explore how...
When I share with you that there is an abundance of information in this industry, I am sure you’re not...
New survey reveals 73% of textile designers are using AI, but not how you think. When I launched our AI...
*image via Pedro Szekely Happy New Year!!!! The Pattern Observer calendar is starting to fill up, but I am holding several...
Have you ever wondered what’s “normal” when working with print studios or agents? How do you know what to expect...
In last week’s newsletter I asked readers to tell me what they hope to accomplish within the first 12 weeks...



















