Five Star Gift Ideas

For your friend who has a passion for surface pattern design and textile printing, I have some thoughtful and personalized gift ideas that would make their wedding day even more special:

1. Customized Textile Art: Consider commissioning a local artist or designer to create a personalized textile artwork for your friend. They could design a unique pattern or print based on their interests and preferences. This bespoke piece could be framed and displayed in their home as a reminder of their special day.

2. Textile Printing Workshop: Gift your friend a hands-on experience by enrolling them in a textile printing workshop. They will have the opportunity to learn different techniques and create their own designs on fabrics. This could be a great way for them to further develop their skills and explore their passion.

3. Surface Pattern Design Software: Invest in professional-grade surface pattern design software for your friend. This would provide them with a powerful tool to digitally create patterns, experiment with color schemes, and refine their designs. It will enhance their creativity and allow them to bring their ideas to life with ease.

4. Subscription to Textile Design Magazines: Help your friend stay inspired and up-to-date with the latest trends in the world of textile design by gifting them a subscription to a reputable textile design magazine. This will provide them with a regular dose of inspiration, showcasing the work of talented designers and featuring articles on techniques and industry insights.

5. Customized Fabric Stamp: A personalized fabric stamp with your friend's name or initials would make a thoughtful and practical gift. They can use it to mark their creations or even to personalize their wedding invitations, thank you cards, and other wedding stationery.

6. Textile Design Books: Treat your friend to an assortment of books on surface pattern design and textile printing. Look for titles that cover various aspects of the craft, including design theory, techniques, and historical references. These books will serve as both educational resources and sources of inspiration.

7. Fabric Swatch Set: Help expand your friend's collection of fabric swatches by curating a set of different textures, patterns, and colors. They can use these swatches for inspiration, reference, or even to create collages and mood boards.

8. Gift Card to a Fabric Store: Sometimes the best gift is the one that allows your loved one to choose exactly what they need. Consider giving your friend a gift card to a local fabric store, allowing them to select fabrics, prints, and materials that resonate with their personal style and projects.

By choosing a gift that aligns with your friend's passion for surface pattern design and textile printing, you're not only showing your thoughtfulness but also providing them with items to fuel their creativity and continue their artistic journey.

Or you can get her/him a star map with the date of the wedding.

Gianina Bene says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“Perfect wedding gift for my friend! She really loved it :)”