NEW FABRIC DESIGNS

April 4, 2023April 4, 2023 | Inspire by Kim

Exciting news – I have new fabric designs in my Spoonflower shop. These are ideal for skiers and snowboarders. Plus its a great time to order these new fabrics as Spoonflower is offering 15% off fabrics until 23:59 ET on 9th April.

Read on for more information about my 4 new designs, taking the number of my designs violable to 30.

Ski Goggle Reflections on Black is a rework of the Ski Goggle Reflections design which has a white background. This new version on a dark background is somewhat different to the first and is in response to the request for designs that are more suitable for men.

This new design is available in two different scales, and here it is pictured on my samples, printed on Polartec Fleece, the newest fabric to be offered by US based print on demand company Spoonflower.

See also the Ski Goggle Reflections design on the white background (pictured) here.

Polartec fleece is a great fabric for neck warmers, fleece jackets, cosy cushions and plush pillows. This is just one fabric that the design is available on – the Spoonflower range offers from Cottons to Velvets, with a suitable fabric type for whatever you plan to make.

Spoonflower print the design that you chose, onto the type of fabric you want, and ship it to you. For example I ordered my fabrics on 30th March and received them on 2nd April. Super, speedy service.

On the Spoonflower website, in just one click you can see how a design will look on home decor, fabrics and wallpaper. It’s possible to buy ready made items, or buy fabric and sew projects yourself.

Pillow example mock up – from the Inspire by Kim shop on Spoonflower.

Browse my 30 designs at this link.

Also new in the Inspire by Kim Spoonflower shop are two new colour ways for the popular Ski Flakes design, all created in ski equipment, ski tracks and peaks, At customer request these are now available on black and on a lush magenta backgrounds. See those here.

My fabric samples are printed on satin, I love the way that the fabric catches the light.

The third image her is the Snow Crystal Stars On Blue. Followers may recognise this fabric from my ski jacket design concepts images, shared previously.

What will you make? Please show and share as I love to see projects and what the fabrics and wall paper designs are used for.

The designs are also available on wallpaper.

Each purchase of my designs helps to support my work, so thank you, it really does make a difference.

Happy making!

Ski resort hotel, ski wear manufacturer, some designs are available for licensing, please contact me by email to discuss applying designs to your products or interior spaces inspirebykim@outlook.com

Thanks so much for being here.

Kim x

Here are the Promotion details from Spoonflower:

This offer of 15% off fabric is valid from 12:00am ET Monday, April 3, 2023 through 11:59pm ET Sunday, April 9, 2023.

Promo is not valid on wallpaper, home decor or any other products. Promo is not valid on PRO-exclusive fabrics.

Promo offer can be combined with 10% Everyday Designer Discount, but cannot be combined with any other promotional offers.

Promotional pricing doesn’t affect commissions—during promotions, artists still receive up to 15% commission based on the original price point.

Offer is applied to your cart automatically. No code necessary.

This offer applies worldwide with exclusions.

Previous purchases are not eligible for adjustments.

Offer is available on Spoonflower.com only.

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Goggle Cloth Design

February 8, 2023February 8, 2023 | Inspire by Kim

Fall-Line magazine have created a goggle wipe using my ‘Get The Right Kit’ design.

Following the success of the t-shirt design that I created for the magazine, the publishers have licensed the design for a goggle cloth for skiers and snowboarders.

The cloth has my ‘Get The Right Kit’ ski/snowsports icons design on one side and has a handy check list on the reverse side. The cloth looks and feels great with a slight hombre in the blue fabric. It’s designed for ski and snowsports goggles but I am finding that also works for sunglasses, glasses and even tech screens.

The cloth is going out as a gift to the magazine subscribers with the February magazine, those buying the February magazine will also receive the cloth. To order the magazine head here.

See the goggle cloth in this Tik Tok filmed high up on the glacier in Saas-Fee, Switzerland. See the ice in the background. It was -24 so gloves stayed on!

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMYjgxqFt/

If you’re in the UK it is also possible to order the goggle wipes in the Fall-Line magazine shop at this link. Those ordering, do let me know how you get on and please share any pics with the tags @inspirebykim and @falllinemag

The wipe is made by Wipeout who also offer ski piste maps on wipes, and even underwear – which could get chilly if you were trying to check a ski route on a cold day!

If you don’t already have the t-shirt, I highly recommend the product, its organic cotton and plastic free packaging, and the service from Teemill is swift, you can order this here in men’s cut, women’s cut in a range of sizes and colours. Ideal for Apres-ski, keeping up the ski vibe, or connecting with other skiers as it’s such a talking point.

Check out my ski wear concepts at these links, these designs are available for licensing at the time of writing.

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Ski/ Snowsport Jacket Design Concepts

January 18, 2023January 18, 2023 | Inspire by Kim

My latest design concepts are some of my ski/snowsport themed fabric designs as ski jackets.

As I was heading to Slide & Outdoor Trade Show 2023 I completed mock-ups to be able show how I see the designs being used.

I first created a jacket design with features that I feel are important. I focused on a women’s jacket design with stretchy waist sections, expandable pockets, a removable inside of collar so that can be washed. I also of course included a lift pass pocket, and added a sunglasses pocket, and a large hidden pocket for the hollow of the back where goggles, a hat or a book could be carried.

Read on for more features of the jackets. I’ve chosen three of my 20+ ski and snowsport themed designs – ski goggle reflections, ski snow flakes and ski states.

Once I had created the jacket design I placed my fabric design onto it and added light and shade to demonstrate form. I created the mock-ups in my favourite creative app Procreate, with my iPad and Apple Pencil.

Here are the designs…

For comfort the design has underarm zipped vents. Stretchy cuffs ensure there is no gap between jacket and glove, and the hood is large enough to fit over a helmet for those cold, blowy days.

Reflective details are a safety element of the design concept. The contrasting hood interiors are bright and could be reversible to make them extra visible in low light or white out conditions, making them easier to follow or spot on the mountain.

I took a print out of the designs to Slide & OTS 2023 to show to ski industry contacts.

These jacket mock ups complement the earlier base layer, mid layer, neck wear and shirt designs. See those on these posts.

Base and Mid Layer Designs

Neckwear Designs

Ski/Smowsport Themed Shirts

If you’re a ski wear company or manufacturer and would like to discuss licensing these or others of my 20+ fabric design please email inspirebykim@outlook.com

Also check out my ski and snowsports interior concepts here.

See my ski and snowsport themed fabrics ar my Spoonflower shop.

Thanks so much

Kim x.

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Ski/ Snowsport Mid and Base Layer Designs

January 8, 2023January 8, 2023 | Inspire by Kim

Following on from the neck gator/buff designs that I shared in the previous post I’ve created mid and base layer mock-ups using my surface pattern designs. I’m keen to talk to skiwear companies about licensing and collaboration.

Here they are…

Mid Layer Design Mock-ups

I’ve created these mock-ups op mid layer tops. The designs could be applied to stretchy technical fabrics or lightweight fleece.

These would have a small collar, and quarter zips for comfort and ventilation. They would be a good length to not be riding up and leaving a gap between trousers and top. The underarm panel could be a thinner mesh fabric for added comfort.

These mid layer designs are intended to be worn over base layers., My design concepts/ideas for base layers follow.

Base Layer Design Mock-ups

To show how my fabric designs can work as ski/snowsportbase layers I’ve created these mock-ups.

Ideally the base layer designs would have thumb holes for use on colder days for cosines, to help close up gaps between clothing where the cold can get in.

The kegs could be in two length options, full length legs and 3/4 length for those who prefer to keep base layers out of boots.

Comfortable, stretchy fabrics with some compression to benefit performance, and quality which wicks moisture away from the skin and reduces odour. So ideally they would feel good in terms of both comfort, have joy promoting motifs, smell good and look good.

Base layers can last for years and can have use for other mountain, outdoor and cold weather activities.

These are just a few mock-ups. With over 20 designs in my collection there are options which are great for adults and children.

Do you create skiwear/accessories?

If you are a skiwear or snowsports company then please get in touch. I’m keen to explore collaboration and licensing opportunities, please email me at inspirebykim@outlook.com

Designs can be exclusive for your products or a territory or market. The designs can incorporate your logo or brand.

More To Come…

Watch this space to see upcoming outerwear designs. Subscribe to not miss new posts as they appear.

Are you a maker/crafter?

If you are a maker and are inspired to make using my fabric designs then you can order print on demand fabrics* from my Spoonflower shop. Please do share pictures of what you make as I’d love to see the what you have been inspired to create.

*The designs shown are available for licensing and print on demand at the time of posting. When designs are licensed they may no longer be available as print on demand.

Thanks so much.

Kim

See the related posts to see fabric designs applied to garments, home decor and more.

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Snowsports/ Winter Neckwarmer Designs

January 3, 2023January 3, 2023 | Inspire by Kim

Keen for my fabric designs to be used on ski apparel I am mocking up how the designs look on different items, in order to suggest my designs for ski companies.

I have applied 8 of my 20+ fabric designs onto mock-ups to show the fabrics patterns and how these would look on the skier or snowboarder. All of my 20+ designs can be seen at my Spoonflower Inspire by Kim print on demand shop.

The first clothing application of my designs is for neck buffs/ neck warmers for skiing. These would be on stretchy fleece for cold days or on lighter fabrics for use on days that aren’t quite as cold.

Neck buffs are important for staying cosy and comfortable on the mountain and they are a relatively straightforward product to create and so this felt like a good place to start. As they come up around the face to protect from the elements, whether that be snow or sun they are a key item. As they are breathed through skiers may have more than one buff with them on a trip.

The fabric designs use ski and snowsport icons to create colourful, bold, modern prints. Some of the art used in the designs can also be seen in Ski A to Z – An Illustrated Introduction To Skiing. More information about Ski A to Z is here.

If you have a particular favourite, please let me know in the comments. Contact me on email to discuss licensing of designs inspirebykim@outlook.com

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Thanks so much for being here.

Happy New Year!

Kim

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Ski/Snowsport Shirt Designs

October 25, 2022October 26, 2022 | Inspire by Kim

There’s enough time to order, sew and gift in time for the holidays/ Christmas. What would you make for that snowsports lover in your life?

Inspired by the conversations during my recent appearance on High Falutin Ski Bum Podcast I have mocked up shirts using my fabric designs.

Firstly two formal designs, great with jeans for home-working or days in the office.

This one with my Ski Tracks and Trees fabric, with inside collar on the Corduroy Snow stripe, Ski Goggle Reflections cuffs and snowflake buttons. The pocket is the Skiers from Above fabric design.

This second one was Brian’s suggestion (from the podcast), using the Ski Gondolas fabric, again with Corduroy Snow stripe inside the collar and cuffs, and Ski Tracks and Trees cuffs.

And for kicking back and fun times in the evenings and weekends there is this mock-up of a Hawaiian style shirt using the Ski Fun fabric design. Mocked up here with Contrado.

There’s enough time to order, sew and gift in time for the holidays/ Christmas. What would you make for that snowsports lover in your life?

I like the idea of the Goggle Reflections design for a T-shirt. Here’s a mock-up of how I envisage that will be.

I have 20+ ski, snowsports, winter designs in my Spoonflower shop bit.ly/3JRwG9R

Choose what type of fabric, from sheer to upholstery fabric, voiles to velvets, select the design and the quantity needed for your project (from 8 inch sample to yards or metres) and Spoonflower print the fabric on demand and ship it to you (from the US).

Note: Spoonflower presently have 30% off fabrics (at the time of publishing this post). Check the website for details of offers when you are reading this).

Brian and Mario are hosting a stage at Snowbound Expo in Boston next month. That will be great to see. You can listen to our 2022 conversation here and our 2021 podcast episode here. Thanks to Brian and Mario for the good chats on your show.

Please share pics of what you make, I’d love to see. Thanks so much.

Kim x

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Snowsports T-Shirts – Free UK Postage This Bank Holiday Weekend

April 28, 2022April 28, 2022 | Inspire by Kim

FREE UK postage this bank holiday weekend on snowsports t-shirts with Fall-Line Magazine including my ‘Get The Right Kit’ design.

It made my day to see the t-shirts that I designed for Fall-Line magazine being modelled. The design features all the things you need for skiing or snowboarding.

Available in a range of colour options, men’s cut and women’s cut, they look great, wash well and are 100% organic cotton and printed in the UK in a renewable-energy powered factory.