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Every story since 2022, newest first.
By: Bonnie Christine
Story Adapted From Pattern Magazine – Volume 6
Pattern Magazine is Bonnie Christine's quarterly print and digital publication for surface pattern designers, artists, and creative entrepreneurs who believe that how you live shapes what you make. This story first appeared in Volume 6, Marking the Moment, the autumn 2026 issue.
Ash, raven, crocus, lavender, wren, hazel, poppy, beaver, clover, ivy, w...
By: Bonnie Christine
Story Adapted From Pattern Magazine – Volume 5
Pattern Magazine is Bonnie Christine's quarterly print and digital publication for surface pattern designers, artists, and creative entrepreneurs who believe that how you live shapes what you make. This story first appeared in Volume 5, Gathering Sunshine, the summer 2026 issue.
“Her entire yard was a garden.”
My grandmother, Marrell, was sophist...
By: Bonnie Christine
Story Adapted From Pattern Magazine – Volume 5
Pattern Magazine is Bonnie Christine's quarterly print and digital publication for surface pattern designers, artists, and creative entrepreneurs who believe that how you live shapes what you make. This story first appeared in Volume 5, Gathering Sunshine, the summer 2026 issue.
The joy of keeping your own flock.
There is a particular kind of sum...