Industry Insights & Opinion
Elen Hughes of Premier Digital Textiles Explores how Craft, Colour and Technology are Reshaping Print and Pattern Design in 2026
Designers are increasingly drawn to work that feels real.
Marks that are not perfectly aligned, lines that wobble slightly, surfaces that feel considered rather than automated. These qualities bring warmth and personality, offering a balance to the precision of digital tools and AI. Print is no longer just about decoration.