Textile Graphics and Patterns
Pattern Design, Lettering
2020 - 2021
I assisted in the design of a selection of bedding, textiles, and home goods for Smarts & Crafts Home.
The Color Block Comforter contained over 100 unique colors and corresponding names. I hand-drew and designed the lettering for each color name, and worked in collaboration with Sandra Lopez-Naz, a textile designer at Todd Oldham Studio. The color names also made their way on to a color wheel design floor pillow and wall art.
I also designed the alphabet artwork for the Modern Alphabet Comforter. The alphabet was made using minimal shapes, in a design that utilizes positive and negative space interchangeably.
Additionally, I designed a Rainbow Raindrop pattern which then was applied to kid’s home decor like window curtains and a play tent.
The Color Block Comforter contained over 100 unique colors and corresponding names. I hand-drew and designed the lettering for each color name, and worked in collaboration with Sandra Lopez-Naz, a textile designer at Todd Oldham Studio. The color names also made their way on to a color wheel design floor pillow and wall art.
I also designed the alphabet artwork for the Modern Alphabet Comforter. The alphabet was made using minimal shapes, in a design that utilizes positive and negative space interchangeably.
Additionally, I designed a Rainbow Raindrop pattern which then was applied to kid’s home decor like window curtains and a play tent.
The Color Block Comforter & Floor Pillow
The Modern Alphabet Comforter
The Rainbow Raindrop pattern
Surface Pattern Designs
Sea Creature Bed Sheet Pattern for Smarts & Crafts
Surface Patterns for "Craft Class" Brand at Todd Oldham Studio
Cake and Cupcake Patterns for “Smarts & Crafts Treat”
Brand Pattern for “Smarts & Crafts GO” and its Reusable Bag Packaging
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Various Pattern Designs for Smarts & Crafts Products and Todd Oldham Studio
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Various Pattern Designs for Smarts & Crafts Products and Todd Oldham Studio
View more Smarts & Crafts Branding and Patterns here
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About Valerie Nelson
Valerie grew up in south Florida, where she acquired a fondness for thunder storms, palm fronds, and gardenias. She currently works and resides in Rhode Island, where she has acquired a love for frozen lemonade. Read more about her here.
Valerie grew up in south Florida, where she acquired a fondness for thunder storms, palm fronds, and gardenias. She currently works and resides in Rhode Island, where she has acquired a love for frozen lemonade. Read more about her here.
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