Hi there! It's lovely to have you here!
I'm Nell, an Austrian surface pattern designer living under the sunny skies of southern Spain, where inspiration grows as wildly as the flowers in my little garden.
With over 15 years of experience and a love for visual narrative, I create charmingly detailed designs for fabric and textiles, collaborating with renowned brands like Swafing and Blank Quilting.
My design style is rooted in storytelling – playful, intricate, and full of character. While I enjoy creating florals and abstracts, my true strength lies in conversational prints that spark joy and invite you into a whimsical world.I especially love designing fabric patterns with large repeats, where the repeat isn’t obvious at first glance – giving the design space to breathe and surprise.
Beyond fabric, my designs have made their way onto all kinds of products – from stationery and dress-shirts to T-shirts for music festivals.
Beyond fabric, my designs have made their way onto all kinds of products – from stationery and dress-shirts to T-shirts for music festivals.
I work primarily in vector, which means my designs are always ready to go big (really big – think mural-sized).
When I’m not drawing, you’ll likely find me sewing, sailing, exploring the outdoors with my dog Amy, strumming my guitar, or getting my hands messy with pottery, cooking, or upcycling furniture.
My creative drive? To be able to make everything I love myself – and to share that joy through the designs I create.
Thanks for stopping by – feel free to look around and get in touch!
