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As fabric artists, we work with patterns everyday. From polka dots and stripes to tropical florals and mid-century mod, we each have designs that we are drawn to. Whether you are interested in designing your own fabrics or creating repeating patterns from quilt blocks, there are ways to make your patterns sing and it's based on a little bit of brain science. Join fabric designer Becka Rahn as she talks about why our brains love to find patterns and how you can design repeats that light up more of your creative neurons. Register Here.  

Designing fabric is more than just putting pencil to paper or generating pixels in Photoshop; it's about connecting and sharing stories and ideas. Get a tour of what it's like to design fabrics and print them using Spoonflower, a web-based service for printing your own fabric designs. Get the scoop on the technical details of uploading and proofing your files, see samples of different fabrics and walk through the process from start to finish. We'll also talk cost-saving tips for getting the most out of your yard of fabric, ways to proof designs and more. Skill level: All levels. Register Here.