Illustration - Mr.PS (Megan Price)

Mr.PS studio is based in Salford, England and is run by designer Megan Price. These guys design, print and sew all sorts of products; I especially love their selection of screen printed tea towels, the perfect gift for any kitchen lover! 

The Print Society

The Print Society are self proclaimed screen printing addicts, with a penchant for hand printed textiles using natural fabrics such as hemp and linen. They are holding a workshop in Sydney from 11-23 February 2013 at Gaffa which is located in Sydney CBD - you can watch the designers at work and hopefully pick up a tip or two. 

You can see some of their amazing work below which is also available to buy from their online store.

Diamond clutch bag

Colour collector cushion range

Pom pom cushion

Surface pattern design - I can't wait to do this!

Having a full time job means it can be difficult to attend courses, it can also be pricey. 

I stumbled across a website offering e-courses in the art and business of surface pattern design. The course is a collaboration by award-winning entrepreneur Beth Nicholls and critically acclaimed surface pattern designer Rachael Taylor. There are 3 modules which are designed to get you on your way to design success. They're convenient and affordable - perfect! 

Rachael has her own popular label, Rachael Taylor Designs, and sells her products online and in stores across the UK.  She also has also secured number of successful internationally licensed product ranges sold worldwide.

Once I'm a bit better with Illustrator I will definitely be taking up this e-course, I will post my progress for you all to see. I have added some examples of Rachael's work below for your viewing pleasure.

Click on these links for more info: E-Course , Rachael Taylor Designs

Shower curtain

Gift card

Gift card

Cushion cover

Teatowel