The Complete Pattern Directory: 1500 Designs from All Ages and Cultures Hardcover – Illustrated, November 6, 2018

If you are intersted in historical patterns this is a good book but you have to have some understanding of these methods and it is not a book you just pick up and read.

Wow, a real encyclopedia of patterns. Can’t wait to flip through every page for palettes and sheer inspiration…. Just what I wanted for my art library. My only issue is how heavy the book is. Like crazy heavy. But oh well. It is loaded with pattern choices. And I can use it to flatten artwork. A bonus, haha

N9ce book with a lot of inspiration!

If you’re on the fence about this book, I say go for it! It’s a beautifully printed book, filled cover to cover with color pictures of patterns both traditional and modern. While its title says it’s complete, as other reviewers have noted it’s not a tremendously multi-cultural book. That said, for the price point especially, it’s a very worthwhile spend for a pattern enthusiast or artist looking for inspiration. I am an artist and know I will return to this reference book again and again seeking inspiration for color combinations, motifs, etc. It’s just a lovely book and a useful reference.

Had it been titled "1500 Textile Patterns from Many Ages and Cultures" I wouldn't have ordered it. In one sentence buried deep In the introduction, the author admits the title is just a bit of harmless publisher-speak. More regrettable is that the actual focus really is on fabric designs, with a bit of wallpaper, tiles, etc. If you are looking for architectural, graphic arts or other kinds of patterns, this isn't your best source.My copy arrived in great condition. It is, however, a thick heavy book. The publisher did right by using sewn signatures, so it would be easy for a middling amateur to rebind it into two thinner volumes when it begins to fall apart.I say "when" because, caveats aside, the book is beautiful and makes for pleasant if not compulsive browsing. The spine -will- break if you open it abruptly anywhere near the middle, so search online for "how to open a book" (I'm serious).I got this for half off, so will keep for inspiration and ideas.

Stunning - Gorgeous! I can spend hours exploring. I'm a surface pattern designer and this is a gem of a resource.

Such a well illustrated book. There is hundreds of reference inside. Modern and less modern. Very inspiring

Beautiful patterns for inspiration.