Design Works at Surtex 2011. Center: Nancy Fire.

“This year we are focusing on eclectic mixes of patterns,” Nancy Fire, Creative Director of Design Works International, tells Gift & Home Today, “like large scale floral designs paired with geometric accents.

“In addition,” she says, “there are lush tropical patterns in deep color combinations, sun-struck mid-tone colors for retro florals, and
coconut grove brights for junior conversationals. Nature remains strong, including birds with pattern-fill images in many
styles.”

Check out the Gift & Home Today article here. And check out Design Works Intl. here.