Pattern Pulp

DIY Prints & Patchwork




If you take a look around, you may think today’s designers are rummaging through thrift store bins for pattern and material inspiration. Mismatched both graphically and proportionally, these pairings are reminiscent of print layouts from Another Mag and Dazed and Confused, publications that push the print and design boundaries.

Interestingly, they all have polished silhouettes and modern finishes, proving that a good clash can work, so long as the fusion is seamless. From Creatures of Comfort’s Geijo bathing suits to Preen’s graphic dresses to Miu Miu’s quilt-like accessories, we like what we’re seeing. This direction’s approachable for the masses with a hint of DIY edge.

 

Artist Profile: Cut-Out Couture with Dale Kaplan




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Achieving Queen-Bee status of cut-out couture isn’t an easy feat, but for Dale Kaplan, a Brooklyn-based textile designer, it’s  a walk in the park, or shall we say playground.  Patch-working minimalist words with vintage fabrics, Kaplan has made a name for herself, adorning kids’ playrooms with whimsical pillows, clothing and window panels.  Inspired by nature, Kaplan often alludes to the notion of time, using spring and autumn to communicate her message.  Her creations can be found at ABC Home and Carpet, Garnet Hill, Wonk‘s Dumbo hub and other high-end children’s boutiques.

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