Inspired by nature's elements, paisley patterns derive from a centuries-old art tradition. Colorists will enjoy hours of creative pleasure with this all-original gallery of paisley designs! 30 full-page illustrations swirl with organic themes.

Contains a new selection of images from "A treasury of design for artists and craftsmen" by Gregory Mirow. 1969.

Paisley textile designs are organized into a sweeping visual survey including orderly foulard patterns, elaborate borders, experimental media, and ornate florals of printed and woven fabrics alike. More than 550 full-color photographs provide an invaluable optical reference of variations that span more than five decades, including French and Italian couture fabrics.

Exotic and enduring, paisley patterns have decorated textiles and handicraft for thousands of years. Nearly 200 resplendent examples of traditional paisley motifs -- inspired by trees, leaves, flowers, birds -- are richly reproduced here in color and black-and-white.

This collection of 44 original plates of royalty-free designs range from small individual cones, barely an inch high, to full-page motifs. Intricately beautiful.

Woven from sumptuous motifs inspired by the elements of nature, teardrop-like paisley patterns derive from a centuries-old art tradition. Swirling with gorgeous organic themes and pulsing with psychedelic power, more than 120 highly detailed designs offer colourists an array of exciting challenges. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display.

"One of the most enduring motifs that man has ever devised is that known to the English speaking world as the Paisley Pattern. Originating in pre-historic times as a representative plant form, it has been in constant use, in one way or another, for over 2000 years. When introduced into Europe late in the eighteenth century, the pattern was seen as something exotic and was soon enthusiastically copied by textile manufacturers in Britain and France. The shawls, which were the principle garments to be decorated with the motif, remained an essential part of a woman's wardrobe for virtually a century, adapting in size and shape as each new dress fashion came along. During that time millions of shawls were produced, in thousands of different varieties. The town of Paisley was the largest producer of the shawls and although the industry no longer dominates, the fame of the Paisley Pattern lives on. The Paisley Museum, established in 1871, has over the years built up an enormous collection of shawls for display and research purposes. Just as important as the shawls themselves, however, are the manufacturers' original pattern books, which contain large numbers of examples of the various stages in producing a design for a shawl. One hundred and fifty of the best pieces of artwork have been selected and have been faithfully reproduced in this lavishly illustrated volume. Dates of the designs and historical information have been included wherever possible, making the book important for both textile historians and students of design. With the current revival of fashionable interest in both the pattern and the shawl itself, the contents of the book will surely provide a vital source of inspiration for yet more variations of this exquisite and enduring design."--Provided by publisher

With roots that reach back to ancient Iran and India, flowery paisley designs combine aspects of the psychedelic and the spiritual. Sixteen bold illustrations offer a dazzling array of possible color combinations.

The power of paisley transports colorists to a dreamscape of captivating designs. More than 40 original patterns, all swirling with energy and natural imagery, fill the pages of this compact coloring book. The book's small size makes it easy to enjoy a convenient, stress-free diversion just about anywhere

For centuries, artists and artisans have been captivated by the hypnotic appeal of paisley designs. Each of these 31 twisted teardrop patterns is printed in a variety of brilliant hues that add extra verve to the coloring experience. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Paisley: Designs with a Splash of Color and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress.