Category Archives: patterns

Pattern Tuesday: Art Deco

I’ve got art deco on the brain. I’ve been making a lot of art deco-inspired engagement rings and wedding bands at work and I’m seeing geometry when I close my eyes. Here’s my rule of thumb: if it looks like … Continue reading

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Pattern Tuesday: Typography

Before I get to today’s post, I just want to put out a reminder that you’ve got today and tomorrow to use your special blog-readers-only discount code in my shop for 10% off your order of 3D printed gemstone jewelry. … Continue reading

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Pattern Wednesday: Diamonds

I know, I know. I usually do Pattern Tuesday, but yesterday I wanted to go on a serious bragging rant about how well the blog and my 3D printed jewelry line are doing, so please forgive my hubris. So for … Continue reading

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Pattern Tuesday: Galaxy

Have you noticed how popular galaxy and night sky prints are right now? I love the look of all the swirling colors dotted with white stars. If only nebula-printed leggings were considered business casual. Check out these intergalactic finds: 1. … Continue reading

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Pattern Tuesday: Herringbone

Herringbone is typically associated with fabric, especially menswear. It’a a pattern I often find myself doodling in the margins of my notebooks and on spare bits of paper when I’m traveling, which is why I especially love Ebenotti’s herringbone plate, … Continue reading

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Pattern Tuesday: Damask

Damask, like houndstooth, is a pattern that is often seen in black and white and that can be really overbearing. And, like many of my favorite things, it carries a bit of an old lady stigma. It must not always … Continue reading

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Pattern Tuesday: Colorful Houndstooth

Houndstooth is a pattern that can become overwhelming pretty quickly. The traditional black and white makes my eyes go a little crazy. I challenged myself to find some colorful houndstooth products and projects to share today, and I am thrilled … Continue reading

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Pattern Tuesday: Lace

If I could put lace on everything, I really would. I have a large collection of trims and it’s 90% lace. Thin, thick, stretchy, starchy. I love it all. Here’s a project of my own inspired by lace. It’s a … Continue reading

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Pattern Tuesday: Chevron

It’s Tuesday! Tuesday is going to be pattern day, starting now. Pattern Tuesday! I’m a big fan of chevron. It can be a loud pattern, and definitely overwhelming when done in a large space. I especially love the distressed chevron … Continue reading

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