On a recent outing in SoHo, I noticed a lot of pattern in the shops. Ben Sherman has some fresh gingham-
And Kate Spade has stripes galore-
If you like these fresh takes on very classic patterns, we've got just the projects to keep you crafting on-trend. Make a statement with this gingham screen-
photo by Dana Gallagher
or on a smaller scale, try these cool coasters-

photo by Dana Gallagher
And as for stripes, we've got plenty of projects, my favorite being these easy bangles-
photo by Ditte Isager
What kind of trends have you been noticing? And what's your DIY take on them?

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From: Mabel Martinez | 3/1/12 at 7:45 am
Love these patterns. My fav of all time!
From: Ramona | 3/10/12 at 3:39 pm
Gingham is just so great isn't it? Also looks fantastic with printing over the top.