A collection of insightful and very artful books to help any artist with inspiration and learning! Not just for surface pattern designers! 😌 Most of these links are not commissioned!
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Great colour combinations! A good colour palette book to have in your library!
Palette Perfect: Color Combos Inspired by Art & Style
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Super useful for colour combinations/palettes
A Dictionary Of Color Combinations Vol 1
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Great for practicing how to draw plants and florals
Basilius Besler’s Florilegium: Book of Plants
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The ultimate color-by-color flower reference guide
Flower Color Guide
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Very informative! A must buy! A lot of detail and gorgeous examples of patterns and history. This book is very heavy! ✨
The Complete Pattern Directory: 1500 Designs
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Stunning patterns from William Morris. The colours and detail are chef kiss. Such beautiful work. Full of inspiration.
V&A Pattern: William Morris
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Stunning paintings, breath taking. The colours!
Monet by Christoph Heinrich, (Hardcover)
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Such a beautiful book, lots of great information in here!
Textilepedia: The Complete Fabric Guide
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Not a commissioned link. Just love the visuals and ideas in this book!
"AD at Home: Architectural Digest" Home Decor Book
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Who doesn't love Vogue for some artistic inspiration? 😉
Vogue Magazine: Celebrity Covers, Subscriptions, and More
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Creative floral arrangement ideas! Full of images!
Flower Love: Lush Floral Arrangements
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Iconic! Luxury is luxury.
Designer Books - Luxury Fashion Books | DIOR CA
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Need some decor inspo? This is the one. Cozy up your space!
Ralph Lauren: A Way of Living
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Love Laura Ashley! She just knows!
"Laura Ashley" Book of Home Decorating
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Mel Robbins. Just fantastic, a great read. Mindful.