Winter School 2018 – The First Creative Briefs Revealed!

Winter School is ON!

We are absolutely thrilled that Winter School 2018 kicked off today and that hundreds of designers from all over the world are accessing the first briefs!  These fantastic design briefs, with trends set by Patternbank, are designed to really push you out of your comfort zone – that’s where the magic happens! We were so excited to release the first round of briefs this morning, and we are loving all the Winter School 2018 buzz happening on Instagram!

If you haven’t signed up for Winter School 2018, be sure to head to the shop and secure your spot! Registration officially closes Sunday, 14th January, but if you’re eager to get working on these fantastic briefs, get in quick! You can also sign up for any additional tracks to avoid any brief envy! Check out the first round of briefs below – there’s so much fun to be had and designing to do!


Beginner Track

Think delicate textures, mark-marking, and natural illustrations while working to the Patternbank trend:  NEUTRAL ART 

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Intermediate Track

A perfect one for floral fanatics – think bold, bright, and statement making florals while working to the Patternbank trend:  BRIGHT BLOOMS  

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Advanced Track

Think mid-western, vintage, and all things rustic and homespun while designing to the Patternbank trend:  AMERICAN PRAIRIE 
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