The Pattern Base : Over 550 Contemporary Textil... Apr 2026

, 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. The pattern base : over 550 contemporary textil...

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 , authored by Kristi O’Meara and edited by

Showcases patterns that impact diverse fields, including fashion, jewelry, home goods, and fine art. Background and Impact Provides in-depth biographies and features on 13 to

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 .

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