Ideas and techniques to make designing easy and enjoyable for all textile enthusiasts, this book explores different sources of inspiration, ranging from historical motifs to natural forms and everyday objects - including the mundane sandwich. The authors offer advice on how to choose colours, patterns and techniques to suit a wide range of textile crafts, such as stencilling, quilting, applique and knitting. An in-depth study of colour is also included. Karin Jerstop and Eva Kohlmark are design teachers, specializing in colour theory and textile technique.