A Romp Through the Inspiration Files

While I'm on the subject of inspiration, I was looking at my inspiration folder on Pinterest to try to get some ideas for a sweater or shawl design.

Here's what jumped out at me this morning..

When I step back and look at these selections, I see a couple of things.....

• Gradation of colors...more than one shade/tone of the same hue..which adds depth.
• Symmetrical placement of patterning...not a necessity, but adds an orderly rhythm to the design.
• Warm rich earth tones...which remind me of Fall!

What do you see? What patterns inspire you...either one of these ...or from your own inspiration file? 

Varian
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