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Pattern Bliss

At Pattern Bliss blog I'll be sharing my favorite surface pattern design inspirations, trends, a sneak peek my pattern designs, my favorite shoes, and, of course, cute dog pictures. Plus you'll get a glimpse of what goes on inside my studio in my sketchbook series.

Wallpaper for Your Phone: Summer Daisies

I've got a brand new digital wallpaper download fresh from my garden for iPhones and other smartphones. This wallpaper features my Summer Daisies surface design .

Today's wallpaper is all about getting outside and enjoying summer --  #outsideisfree. This wallpaper is all about soaking up some vitamin D under a sunny blue sky. Enjoy! xo Chris 

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Painterly Plaid

This mark making pattern by Chris Olson began with ink and paint splatters--plus popsicle hue color swatches to create a spring and summer textile for kids. Her contemporary pattern features a whimsical and feminine take on plaid.

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Designs for Lake Life

June makes me excited about summer and vacations by a lake. The weather is warmer. Canoes, swimsuits, and flip flops are the perfect choice. This month's pattern collection is all about Lake Life.

Some of my favorite places to stay on vacation are in a cozy cabin by a lake. There is something about the peacefulness and simplicity of the lakes and canoeing in the north woods. Maybe it's the absence of reliable wifi? 

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Tech Garden Print

Sharing a detail of a new print in a floral collection with a feminine tech vibe for Spring ’19 season. Collection features digital inspired florals that are sleek with a soft and feminine twist. Fresh designs added to my portfolio weekly. You can find more samples of my designs on Instagram

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Red Paint and Mark Making

It's always fun to grab the paints and go wild with mark making tools. Some interesting textures and colors happen while stamping away. This project is just beginning. Getting messy in the studio today.

As always, you can find more of my designs over on Instagram here: http://www.instagram.com/chris_coco_olson/

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Welcome to the Jungle

I have a new collection of tropical patterns available for licensing on my website. Diving into the iridescent botanical trend, my designs feature a magical enchanted jungle motif. All designs are hand drawn by me. A bright and dreamy color palette perfect for spring and summer features many of my favorite popsicle colors.

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