At Pattern Bliss blog I'll be sharing my favorite surface pattern design inspirations, trends, a sneak peek my pattern designs, my favorite shoes, and, of course, cute dog pictures. Plus you'll get a glimpse of what goes on inside my studio in my sketchbook series.
A brand new month. And February is one of my faves. How about you?
I designed a February calendar download to dress your tech. Of course I love lots of hearts, but this design will carry you right through Valentine's Day with just the right amount of whimsy and a yummy pale pink. See the directions below.
Read MoreI added a new design to my shop just in time for Valentine's Day. My new Love Love Love artwork is available in several products including framed prints, iPhone cases, pillows, and totes in my shop. I am donating 100% of my proceeds from my Society6 shop to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research. This donation effort will continue through 2015.
Read MoreWho needs a gown when you can be chic in pants—with pockets! Emma Stone rocked the red carpet in her gorgeous Lanvin jumpsuit. The top half of her jumpsuit was all glam with intricate embellishments. I'm swooning over the black pants with a big bow. Illustration from my sketchbook. I loved Amy Adams in Big Eyes -- and she looked marvelous in her periwinkle Versace gown.
Read MoreCelebrating the wisdom of Martin Luther King, Jr. on the blog today. "Life's most persistent and urgent question is: 'What are you doing for others?'"
Read MoreLast night I was busy sketching the glamorous gowns at the Golden Globes. I thought Julianne Moore rocked the red caret in a shimmery silver sequins with a cascade of fluttery feathers near the base of the custom gown by Givenchy Haute Couture by Ricardo Tisci.
Read MoreIt's a brand new year and each month in 2015 I'll be designing a free wallpaper calendar download to dress your tech. Right click on the sizes below for calendars for iPhone 6, iPhone 5 and iPad.
Read More'Tis the season for parties and presents and rushing from one activity to another. Hoping you can also take a break for yourself for a few minutes and imagine the things you want to do in 2015—because imagination will take you everywhere.
Read MoreI’ve designed a free printable holiday gift tag for you to download. Just click the link below, download the love, print the tags—card stock paper works best—and get wrapping.
Read MoreTo all my friends celebrating the Festival of Lights, may the warmth and glow of each candle you light make your heart and home happy, your Hanukkah bright. (Menorah art by me, Chris Olson)
Read MoreI've been doing a lot of cooking lately. Tis the season to splurge on the ingredients. Time to throw the diet rules out the window and enjoy. This Julia Child cooking quote said it best: "If you are afraid of butter, use cream."
Read MoreHello, Monday! It's time for another inspirational quote. And my "Dreams Demand Hustle" artwork is available in several products including framed prints, iPhone cases, pillows, and totes in my shop. I am donating 100% of my proceeds from my Society6 shop to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research. This donation effort will continue through 2015.
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