This hand-painted and collaged repeat pattern was created from observation of a vintage butter churn.
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Repeat pattern with two colorways and coordinates
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Research process exploring different materials, drawing processes, and views of a vintage butter churn to eventually incorporate into the final repeat pattern.
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Thread sketch of a gear from the churn that inspired the final pattern design
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