, authored by Kristi O’Meara and edited by Audrey Victoria Keiffer , is an influential sourcebook published by Thames & Hudson in 2015. The 368-page volume showcases the intersection of traditional craftsmanship and digital innovation in contemporary textile design. Core Content and Organization
Highlights how digital technology has liberated textile design, allowing for precise manipulation and experimental materials.
and Fabric Swatches (knitted, woven, and dyed). The pattern base : over 550 contemporary textil...
Features over 550 high-resolution designs from more than 150 international artists. The designs are categorized by pattern type: Geometric and Floral . Digital Abstract and Representational .
Showcases patterns that impact diverse fields, including fashion, jewelry, home goods, and fine art. Background and Impact , authored by Kristi O’Meara and edited by
Provides in-depth biographies and features on 13 to 15 emerging textile designers, such as Lorenzo Nanni (beadwork) and Anita Hirlekar (textured felt and velvet). Thematic Focus
Emphasizes a renewed value for the handmade, tactility, and traditional construction techniques despite the rise of digital processes. and Fabric Swatches (knitted, woven, and dyed)
The book is structured into two primary sections that serve as both a reference and an inspirational guide for designers: