Oh Suzani!
Anyone who is a regular readers of design Hole knows that I’ve lately fallen in love with Suzani prints. I love the playful patterns and , especially, the bold colors. So when I heard that a lighting company was interested in new patterns, I had to try my hand at designing my own version. I’ve never done this before, but I felt truly inspired.
Here’s my 5-color Suzani.
Sadly, my ultra-refined sense of design (dahlink) must wait for the company to enable screening. Right now they print only 4-color. (A screen creates a lighter color of the purple on top of the purple but uses the same color.) So I submitted a 4-color version, as well as a 2-color.
Here’s my 4-color Suzani.
I removed the gray and lilac. Do you think it makes a big difference?
Keep your fingers crossed for me! I want curtains for Chum Bucket with this print!
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Posted by Jennifer on March 23rd, 2009 at 10:22 am
Yes, I know about Spoonflower – a great site. Alluminare is semi-custom. You can design your own pattern using their patterns, but applying your own colors (from their palette). The thing I like about Alluminare is that you can use your pattern for fabric by the yard, as well as pendant shades. It’s really about being able to coordinate a pendant lamp with other fabrics in the room. I hear they’re coming out with wallpaper, too.
Have you checked out Spoonflower.com? You can upload your pattern and order fabric from them starting from $18/yard. The turn-around is pretty quick too.